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Dexasole is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Dexasole has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dexasole. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Dexasole also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Some other side effects of Dexasole have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Dexasole go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Dexasole's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Dexasole related warnings talks about Dexasole's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Dexasole is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Infections, Liver Disease, Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dexasole contraindications section.
Besides this, Dexasole may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dexasole is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Dexasole is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Dexasole safe for pregnant women?
Dexasole can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Dexasole safe during breastfeeding?
Dexasole may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dexasole on the Kidneys?
Dexasole can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Dexasole on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Dexasole. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Dexasole on the Heart?
Dexasole may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
Dexasole should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dexasole unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dexasole habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Dexasole.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Dexasole will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Dexasole only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Dexasole for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dexasole
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Dexasole together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dexasole
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Dexasole with alcohol.
Yes, Dexasole can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, it is best to consult your doctor if you have diabetes while taking it.
Yes, long-term use of Dexasole can cause high blood pressure because Dexasole can increase sodium levels in your body as well as fluid retention can cause an increase in blood pressure.
Dexasole 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 Dexasole.
Dexasole is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergy and inflammation.
Dexasole 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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