Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate 4 mg/mL

Indication

A corticosteroid injection for conditions responsive to corticosteroid therapy; the specific indication and dose are determined by the treating clinician.

Ingredients

• Dexamethasone sodium phosphate 4 mg per 1 mL

Direction

For intramuscular or intravenous injection by a healthcare professional. Dose is individualized according to the condition and patient response; follow the prescriber's instructions.

Side effects

• Potential effects reported with dexamethasone injection include fluid retention
• high blood pressure
• muscle weakness
• stomach ulceration
• skin changes
• mood or neurologic effects
• and hypersensitivity reactions.

Precautions

• Use only under a clinician's direction. Corticosteroids can suppress immune responses and increase infection risk
• tell the clinician about infections
• relevant medical conditions
• and allergies before administration.