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Dexam 8mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Dexamethasone
Manufacturer : GETWELL ONCOLOGY PVT LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
8 Tablet(s) In A Strip
Introduction to Dexam 8mg Tablet
Dexam 8mg tablet contains the active constituent dexamethasone. It is an anti-inflammatory drug that belongs to the class of corticosteroids. It is used to relieve inflammation (swelling, heat, redness, and pain) in various diseases of multiple organs such as allergic diseases, skin disorders, endocrine disorders, gastrointestinal diseases, blood disorders, nervous and renal diseases, eye conditions, and rheumatic disorders. It is also used to treat certain types of cancer. Â
Dexam 8mg tablet is a synthetic glucocorticoid. Corticosteroids are hormones found naturally in your body by your adrenal glands which help keep you healthy. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to dexamethasone or other ingredients of this medicine and if you have fungal infections. Inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, heart disease, respiratory disorders, diabetes, eye problems, seizures, infections, tuberculosis, or psychiatric illness before starting the treatment with this medicine. It should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset.Â
The most common side effects of Dexam 8mg tablet are increased blood pressure, decreased body growth, abnormal vision, cataract, discomfort in the eye, depression, and pulmonary tuberculosis. This medication is not safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Consult your doctor if you become pregnant during the treatment. This medicine can make it harder to fight infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infections, such as fever, sore throat, or cough.
Uses of Dexam 8mg Tablet
- Reduce inflammation in various diseases of multiple organs
- Treat inflammatory auto-immune conditions
- To relieve inflammation and pain in certain types of cancers
Therapeutic Effects of Dexam 8mg Tablet
Dexam 8mg tablet is a synthetic adrenocortical steroid with potent anti-inflammatory effects in disorders of many organ systems. They inhibit multiple inflammatory proteins, decreasing swelling, redness, and pain. It also induces cell death of multiple cancer cells.
Interaction of Dexam 8mg Tablet with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, vaccines, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with Dexam 8mg tablet and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects. Inform your physician if you had the rotavirus vaccine before the treatment.Â
More Information about Dexam 8mg Tablet
- Store Dexam 8mg tablet in the original package at room temperature ( Do not exceed 25°C)
- Keep away from children and pets
- If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose
- Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
How to consume Dexam 8mg Tablet
Your doctor will decide the dose and frequency of the medicine. Take Dexam 8mg tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Take this tablet by mouth. Swallow the tablets whole with water. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablets. Take the tablet with food to avoid stomach upset.Â
Safety Advices for Dexam 8mg Tablet
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Pregnancy
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Dexam 8mg tablet should not be used during pregnancy. It can cause fetal harm. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. It is necessary to consult a physician before starting the treatment.  Â
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Breast Feeding
 ÂDexam 8mg tablet is unsafe during breastfeeding. It may excrete in breast milk and cause harm to the unborn baby. Inform your physician if you are breastfeeding and get advice.Â
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Lungs
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It is unknown whether Dexam 8mg tablet can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
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Liver
  It is unknown whether it is safe to administer Dexam 8mg tablet in patients with liver disorders. Inform your physician if you have any liver problems before starting the treatment.Â
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Alcohol
 ÂIt is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dexam 8mg tablet. Please consult your doctor.
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Driving
  It is not known whether Dexam 8mg tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Side Effects of Dexam 8mg Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.Â
 Common
- Increased blood pressure
- Decreased body growth
- Abnormal vision
- Cataract
- Discomfort in the eye
- Dry eyes
- Depression
- Stomach ulcers
- Tiredness
- Increased appetite, weight gain
- Skin problems
Serious
- Bone problems
- Inflammation in heart muscles
- Inflammation of pancreas
- Glaucoma
- Increased blood sugar levels
- Decreased potassium levels
Word of Advice
Inform your physician if you have any changes in your vision and facing difficulty in driving or operating machinery. If you are on long-term treatment with Dexam 8mg tablet, avoid getting vaccinations because this may interact with the medicine. Avoid exposure to chicken pox or measles. Avoid pregnancy during the treatment. Use effective birth control methods to avoid pregnancy during the treatment and for at least 1 month after your last dose. Do not breastfeed for at least 2 weeks after your last dose.
FAQs
Q 1. How long should I take Dexam 8mg tablet?
Your doctor will decide your dose and duration of the treatment based on your disease condition and severity. If it is a long-term treatment you should continue taking Dexam 8mg tablet. Do not stop the medicine without consulting your doctor.
Q 2. Can Dexam 8mg tablet cause hair loss?
Mild hair loss is possible with the treatment. If you face more hair fall, consult your doctor for advice.
Q 3. Is Dexam 8mg tablet a steroid?
Yes, Dexam 8mg tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health. It helps in treating various illness involving inflammation in the body.
Q 4. Can I breastfeed while taking Dexam 8mg tablet?
No, breastfeeding is unsafe while taking this medicine because it may harm the baby. Do not breastfeed during the treatment with Dexam 8mg tablet and for at least 2 weeks after the last dose.
Q 5. Why Dexam 8mg tablet is prescribed for treating cancers?
Dexam 8mg tablet is proven to reduce inflammation and lower the body’s immune response when used with other drugs to treat certain types of cancers.
Fact Box of Dexam 8mg Tablet
Molecule name: Dexamethasone | Therapeutic class: Anti-inflammatory |
Pharmacological class: Corticosteroids | Indications: 1. To reduce inflammation in various diseases of multiple organs 2. To treat inflammatory autoimmune conditions 3. To relieve inflammation and pain in certain types of cancers |
References
- Dexamethasone 2mg Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. www.medicines.org.uk. [Revised 2022] [cited 2023 Mar 17]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/5411/pil
- DECADRON ® (DEXAMETHASONE TABLETS, USP) [Internet]. [cited 2023 Mar 17]. Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2004/11664slr062_decadron_lbl.pdf
- Kenneth R. McQuaid, Drugs Used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases, Lange’s Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, 14th Edition, 2018, 1087-1119
- Cook AM, McDonnell AM, Lake RA, Nowak AK. Dexamethasone co-medication in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy causes substantial immunomodulatory effects with implications for chemo-immunotherapy strategies. Oncoimmunology. 2015 Sep 16;5(3):e1066062.[cited 2023 Mar 17] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4839331/
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