Cortidex Dexamethasone

Indication

Cortidex (dexamethasone) is a potent corticosteroid used to treat inflammatory and allergic conditions, including severe asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, skin disorders, cerebral oedema, and as an adjunct in certain infections and oncological conditions.

Ingredients

• Dexamethasone (strength varies by formulation)

Direction

Dose varies widely by indication and formulation. Adults: 0.5–10 mg/day orally in divided doses; IV/IM doses higher under medical supervision. Follow the prescriber's instructions precisely.

Side effects

• Increased blood glucose — common.
• Weight gain
• fluid retention
• mood changes — common.
• Insomnia — common.
• Osteoporosis
• adrenal suppression — with long
• term use.
• Infection susceptibility increased.
• Cushingoid features — with prolonged use.

Precautions

• Do not discontinue suddenly after prolonged use — taper the dose under medical supervision.
• Contraindicated in systemic fungal infections.
• May mask signs of infection.
• Long
• term use causes adrenal suppression
• osteoporosis
• glucose intolerance
• and immunosuppression.
• Use with caution in diabetes
• hypertension
• peptic ulcer
• and psychiatric disorders.
• Keep out of reach of children.