Dexona Tablet (Dexamethasone 0.5mg)

Dexona Tablet

Dexona tablet is a medicine from the class steroids. It is used for the treatment of a wide range of inflammatory conditions, allergies and auto-immune conditions, it is also used for the treatment of a certain form of cancer. Dexona tablet contains the steroid dexamethasone as its active ingredient. Dexona tablet acts by reducing the formation of inflammation-causing substances in the body. Your doctor will prescribe a dosing schedule of Dexona tablets that is best for your condition. Take it for the duration it is prescribed for and do not miss any dose of this medicine.

Uses of Dexona 0.5 MG

Dexona is used to treat a wide range of inflammatory conditions, allergy and auto-immune disorders.
It is also used for the treatment of certain types of cancer.

contraindications
Contraindications of Dexona 0.5 MG
Contraindications
If you are allergic to dexamethasone or other components of the medicine.

Side effects of Dexona 0.5 MG

The side effects of the Dexona tablets depends on the dose and duration of the treatment. It may cause anxiety, stomach discomforts, insomnia, mood swings, dizziness, feeling low and restlessness.
Prolonged use of the medicine suppresses the activity of adrenal glands and induces Cushing’s syndrome characterised by a moon face, obesity and pink-purple stretch marks.
Visual disturbances, blood-related disorders, skin reactions, weak immunity, high blood pressure and masking of underlying infections are some other side effects of this medicine.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You experience skin allergies and a rise in blood sugar levels or have diabetes.
You experience mood disturbances, fits and psychiatric problems including thoughts of harming yourself after taking the medicine.
You experience visual disturbances and eye infections. Long-term use may develop a cataract.
The elderly may have a heart problem, high blood pressure and cholesterol, blood clotting problems, liver and kidney diseases.
You are taking medicines to suppress the immune response, discuss the condition with a doctor before you start taking dexona.
It impairs the fertility of an individual if you are trying to conceive or taking fertility treatment. Discuss with the doctor before taking the medicine.
You may have a history of muscle weakness due to steroid therapy or have a condition called Myasthenia Gravis.
Dexona may cause inflammation and swelling in different parts of the gut like the stomach, pancreas and also cause ulcers.
Children and adolescents consuming steroids must be observed for growth abnormalities as steroids retard the growth.
Dexona makes you more prone to infections, in case you are suffering from an infection like fungal infection, measles and chickenpox.

Mode of Action of Dexona 0.5 MG

How Does It Work?
Dexona is a steroidal medication. They are the hormones that produce in the human body and are responsible for body functions. They suppress the immune response in allergies and inflammation and during organ transplantation and helps to reduce symptoms like pain, swelling and allergic reactions. Steroids play a critical role to maintain normal body functions during stress.

Directions for Use of Dexona 0.5 MG

Take Dexona tablet regularly as directed by the doctor.
The medicine must be taken with food or after food.
It must be swallowed entirely with a sufficient amount of liquid.

Interactions of Dexona 0.5 MG

Interactions with other medicines
Some medicines affect the way the Dexona tablet work or Dexona itself reduces the effectiveness of other medicines if taken at the same time.
Inform the doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
If taking medicines for fungal infection, medicines used to treat high blood pressure, anti-diabetic medicines, painkillers, medicines used to suppress immune response and medicines used to dilate the pupil.
Concomitant use of Dexona medicine with contraceptives prolong the effect of Dexona.
Dexona must not be taken within 8 weeks if you have received any live vaccine.

Storage and disposal of Dexona 0.5 MG

Store it at room temperature and away from moisture.
Keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Dexona 0.5 MG

Overdose
An overdose of the Dexona tablet affects metabolic and hormonal activity. The symptoms are very similar to side effects, like salt imbalance, swelling of the face, stomach discomforts and brain-related side effects. Reach out to the nearest hospital or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed the dose of the tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dose schedule. Avoid double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.