৳ 29/unit
Pack: ৳ 145
৳ 29/unit
Pack: ৳ 145
At a glance
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate is a steroid used for the treatment of severe allergic reactions, asthma, rheumatic disorders, skin disorders, eye disorders, and nephrotic syndrome.
Indications
- Allergic conditions
- Severe allergic reactions
- Asthma
- Cancer
- Rheumatic disorders
- Skin disorders
- Eye disorders
- Nephrotic syndrome
Pharmacology
Dexamethasone is a synthetic glucocorticoid which decreases inflammation by inhibiting the migration of leukocytes and reversal of increased capillary permeability. It suppresses normal immune response.
Dosage
Adult: 0.5-20 mg/day IV/IM as single dose or IV infusion; Cerebral edema: 10 mg IV, then 4 mg IM every 6 hours; Shock: 1-6 mg/kg IV once or 40 mg IV every 2-6 hours.
Child: 0.5-2 mg/kg/day IV/IM every 6 hours; Croup: 0.6 mg/kg IV/IM once; Meningitis: 0.6 mg/kg/day IV every 6 hours.
Side effects
Common: Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), mood changes.
Other: Cushing syndrome, weight gain, hypertension, diabetes, osteoporosis, immunosuppression.
Use in pregnancy
Pregnancy Category C. Dexamethasone may be unsafe during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
Does not usually affect driving ability. Increased infection risk; inform doctor if signs of infection occur. Do not stop abruptly (gradual tapering required). Caution in diabetes, hypertension, osteoporosis, peptic ulcer, glaucoma, liver and kidney disease.
Overdose effects
Treatment of overdose is by supportive and symptomatic therapy.
Storage conditions
Store as per manufacturer's instructions.