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Deksa Benefits & Uses

Deksa is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergy
Asthma
Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines
Skin Disorders
Eye Disorders
Nephrotic Syndrome
Inflammatory Disease
Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
Arthritis
Anaphylactic Shock

Other Benefits

Deksa Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Angioedema Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then change to oral therapy for 5 days
Geriatric	Disease: Angioedema Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then change to oral therapy for 5 days
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.02 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.02 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Deksa Related Warnings

Is the use of Deksa safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Deksa. If you are pregnant, do not take Deksa without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Deksa safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Deksa. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Deksa on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Deksa. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Deksa on the Liver?

Deksa may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Deksa on the Heart?

Use of Deksa may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Deksa with Other Drugs

Deksa should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Leflunomide

Azithromycin

Moxifloxacin

Fentanyl

Bupropion

Primidone

Glimepiride

Clotrimazole

Ketoconazole

Indapamide

Ritonavir

Rifampicin

Moderate

Aspirin

Benzoyl Peroxide

Salicylic Acid

Deksa Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Deksa unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Infections
Allergy
Myasthenia Gravis
Tuberculosis (TB)
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Osteoporosis
Depression
Cataract
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Deksa

Is this Deksa habit forming or addictive?

Deksa is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Deksa since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Deksa only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Deksa cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Deksa Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Deksa

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Deksa, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Deksa

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Deksa and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Deksa

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Deksa cause weight gain?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, use of Deksa for long-term can result in weight gain due to increased appetite and fluid retention which causes weight gain in the patient, if the drug is taken in form of a tablet.

Question about 5 years ago

When to take Deksa?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Deksa should be ideally taken with food after evening. It has been observed that food has minimal significance in the drug absorption. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Deksa?

Deksa comes as a tablet and solution and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (BP), ulcerative colitis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, and peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Deksa.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Deksa cause high blood pressure?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, long-term use of Deksa can cause high blood pressure because Deksa can increase sodium levels in your body as well as fluid retention can cause an increase in blood pressure.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Deksa with phenylephrine?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Deksa can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.