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Indications
Inflammatory and allergic conditions responsive to corticosteroid therapy.
Dosage
Usual dose: 0.5-10 mg daily; doses above 10 mg daily may be needed for more severe disease conditions. Dosage is individualised depending on the disease being treated and patient's response (refer to detailed product guideline).
Administration
Should be taken with food.
Contraindications
Systemic fungal infections; systemic infection unless being treated with specific anti-infectives. Perforation of drum membrane (otic). Administration of live virus vaccine.
Special Precautions
Patient with myasthenia gravis, ocular herpes simplex, diabetes mellitus, CV disease (e.g. recent MI, heart failure, hypertension), migraine, glaucoma, systemic sclerosis, thyroid disease; high risk of tumour lysis syndrome (e.g. high proliferative rate, high tumour burden, high sensitivity to cytotoxic agents); known or suspected Strongyloides (threadworm) infestation; gastrointestinal diseases (e.g. diverticulitis, fresh intestinal anastomoses, active or latent peptic ulcer, ulcerative colitis, abscess, other pyogenic infections), suspected or confirmed phaeochromocytoma; history of seizure disorder; chickenpox, measles; subjected to unusual stress (e.g. intercurrent illness, trauma, surgical procedure). Avoid abrupt withdrawal or rapid dose reduction. Renal and hepatic impairment (including cirrhosis). Neonates, children, and elderly. Pregnancy and lactation.
Storage
Store between 20-25°C.
MedsGo Class
Corticosteroid Hormones
Features
Brand
Dexat
Full Details
Dosage Strength
500mcg
Drug Ingredients
- Dexamethasone
Drug Packaging
Tablet 100's
Generic Name
Dexamethasone
Dosage Form
Tablet
Registration Number
DRP-2651
Drug Classification
Prescription Drug (RX)