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Dexamethasone is a powerful corticosteroid that acts like a fire extinguisher for your body's inflammation—quickly calming severe allergic reactions, reducing swelling, and helping with conditions from asthma to arthritis. Think of it as your immune system's "calm down" button when things get too intense.
- ✅ Multiple strengths: 0.5mg, 0.75mg, 3mg & 4mg tablets; 4mg/mL & 5mg/mL injections
- ✅ PNF Listed - Philippine National Formulary 8th Edition essential medicine
- ✅ WHO Essential Medicine - Globally recognized for critical care
- ✅ No Prescription? Get a FREE teleconsultation with our licensed doctor during checkout
Understanding Dexamethasone: Your Body's Inflammation Fighter
Dexamethasone is a potent corticosteroid medication that has been a cornerstone of medical treatment in the Philippines for decades. As an essential medicine listed in the Philippine National Formulary 8th Edition and recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) Essential Medicines List, you can trust this is a government-approved, evidence-based treatment for serious inflammatory conditions.
What Makes Dexamethasone Special?
Unlike simple pain relievers, Dexamethasone works at the cellular level to suppress inflammation and modulate your immune system. It's like having a skilled negotiator that tells your overactive immune cells to stand down—preventing them from causing damage to your own tissues while still protecting you from real threats.
Common Uses in the Philippines
According to the Philippine National Formulary, Dexamethasone is primarily indicated for:
- Cerebral edema (brain swelling) associated with brain tumors or after craniotomy surgery
- Severe allergic reactions and anaphylaxis (emergency situations)
- Inflammatory conditions like arthritis, severe asthma attacks, and skin disorders
- Cancer care - reducing nausea from chemotherapy and managing certain cancers
- Adrenal insufficiency - when your body doesn't produce enough natural steroids
- Eye inflammation - available as eye drops for severe eye conditions
How Dexamethasone Works (Simple Explanation)
Imagine your immune system is like a security alarm that's been set to "maximum sensitivity"—going off at the slightest touch. Dexamethasone turns down that sensitivity dial. It enters your cells and binds to specific receptors, blocking the production of inflammatory chemicals (like prostaglandins and cytokines). This reduces:
- Swelling and redness (inflammation)
- Pain and heat in affected areas
- Overactive immune responses that attack your own body
Dexamethasone Quick Guide: What You Need to Know
| Available Forms (PNF Standard) | Oral: 500mcg, 750mcg, 3mg, 4mg tablets Inj.: 4mg/mL & 5mg/mL (as sodium phosphate) |
| Standard Dosage | Varies by condition: Cerebral edema typically starts with 10mg IV, then 4mg every 6 hours. Always follow your doctor's prescription. |
| Best Time to Take | Take tablets with food to prevent stomach upset. Morning dosing is often preferred to match your body's natural cortisol rhythm |
| Key Benefits | Fast-acting anti-inflammatory, multiple administration routes (oral/IV/IM), essential for emergency care, cost-effective |
| Prescription Required | Yes - but get FREE teleconsultation at checkout if you don't have one |
Why Choose Dexamethasone from MedsGo?
- ✅ PNF Quality Assurance: Our Dexamethasone complies with Philippine National Formulary 8th Edition standards (500mcg, 750mcg, 3mg, 4mg tablets; 4mg/mL & 5mg/mL injections), ensuring you receive essential medicine that meets DOH requirements.
- ✅ WHO Essential Medicine: Dexamethasone is recognized globally by the WHO for treating inflammation, allergies, cancer-related symptoms, and cerebral edema.
- ✅ Temperature-Controlled Storage: Unlike generic warehouses, our FDA-registered pharmacies store corticosteroids properly to maintain potency and stability.
- ✅ Doctor Care Included: No prescription? No problem. Add to cart and get a FREE teleconsultation with our licensed physician—no hidden fees.
- ✅ Fast & Safe Delivery: Or pick up at any MedsGo pharmacy nationwide for same-day availability.
- ✅ Patient Education: We provide complete usage guidance because corticosteroids require careful monitoring.
Important Safety Information ⚠︎
Dexamethasone is a powerful medicine that requires medical supervision:
- Never stop suddenly! Long-term use requires gradual tapering to allow your adrenal glands to wake up. Stopping abruptly can cause adrenal crisis—a medical emergency.
- Blood sugar watch: Dexamethasone can raise blood glucose levels. Diabetics need close monitoring during treatment.
- Infection risk: Because it suppresses immunity, you may be more susceptible to infections. Avoid contact with sick people when possible.
- Bone health: Long-term use can weaken bones (osteoporosis). Your doctor may recommend calcium and vitamin D supplements.
- Common side effects: Increased appetite, weight gain, fluid retention, mood changes, insomnia, and stomach irritation.
- Serious side effects (seek immediate care): Severe allergic reaction, vision changes, severe stomach pain, black/tarry stools, or signs of infection (fever, persistent sore throat).
Mahalagang Impormasyon sa Tagalog
Dexamethasone: Ang Lakas ng Lunas laban sa Pamamaga
Ang Dexamethasone ay isang makapangyarihang corticosteroid na gamot na matagal nang ginagamit sa Pilipinas. Ayon sa Philippine National Formulary (8th Edition) at WHO Essential Medicines List, ito ay isang essential medicine na aprubado ng DOH para sa mga seryosong kondisyon na may pamamaga.
Para Saan Ang Dexamethasone?
Ayon sa PNF, ang Dexamethasone ay ginagamit para sa:
- Cerebral edema (namamagang utak) dahil sa tumor o operasyon
- Matinding allergic reaction at anaphylaxis (emergency)
- Arthritis, severe asthma attacks, at mga skin disorder
- Cancer care - pabawas ng nausea mula chemotherapy
- Adrenal insufficiency - kapag kulang ang natural steroids ng katawan
- Pamamaga ng mata - may eye drops na form
Paano Gumagana?
Para itong "volume control" ng iyong immune system. Pinapabagal nito ang production ng mga kemikal na nagdudulot ng pamamaga, kaya nababawasan ang swelling, pain, at redness.
Ang Mahusay na Benepisyo ng Pagbili sa MedsGo
- ✅ PNF Quality: 500mcg, 750mcg, 3mg, 4mg tablets; 4mg/mL & 5mg/mL injections ayon sa pamantayan ng DOH
- ✅ WHO Essential Medicine: Kilala sa buong mundo bilang mahalagang gamot
- ✅ Libre Konsulta: Walang reseta? Libre ang teleconsultation sa aming doktor
- ✅ Pambansang Botika: Maaari ring bumili sa kahit anong MedsGo pharmacy sa buong bansa
Mga Babala sa Paggamit ⚠︎
- HUWAG ITIGIL BIGLA! Kung matagal kang gagamit, kailangang unti-unti bawasan. Ang biglaang pagtigil ay maaaring magdulot ng adrenal crisis—isang emergency.
- Bantayan ang blood sugar: Maaaring tumaas ang blood glucose. Mag-ingat kung may diabetes.
- Delikado sa infection: Dahil pinapabagal nito ang immune system, mas madaling mahawa. Iwasan ang contact sa may sakit.
- Kalusugan ng buto: Ang matagalang paggamit ay maaaring pahinain ang buto. Maaaring magrekomenda ang doktor ng calcium at vitamin D.
