Dexamethasone 0.5mg
Prescription notice
Item may require a valid prescription. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist before using new medication.
Last updated 24/05/2026 at 02:11
Indication
- Allergic conditions - Inflammatory disorders - Autoimmune diseases - Cerebral edema - Endocrine disorders - Management of certain cancers
Ingredients
- Dexamethasone
Direction
Take orally with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Follow the specific tapering schedule prescribed by your doctor to avoid withdrawal.
Side effects
- Increased appetite
- Insomnia
- Fluid retention
- Mood changes
- High blood sugar
- Weight gain
Precautions
- Avoid with systemic fungal infections
- Do not stop medication abruptly
- May mask signs of infection
- Use caution in diabetic patients
- Avoid live virus vaccines
Indication
- Allergic conditions - Inflammatory disorders - Autoimmune diseases - Cerebral edema - Endocrine disorders - Management of certain cancers
Ingredients
- Dexamethasone
Direction
Take orally with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Follow the specific tapering schedule prescribed by your doctor to avoid withdrawal.
Side effects
- Increased appetite
- Insomnia
- Fluid retention
- Mood changes
- High blood sugar
- Weight gain
Precautions
- Avoid with systemic fungal infections
- Do not stop medication abruptly
- May mask signs of infection
- Use caution in diabetic patients
- Avoid live virus vaccines
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