Dexona 4mg Injection

Dexona 4 mg injection contains the active constituent Dexamethasone, which is a corticosteroid that prevents the discharge of substances in the human body that cause inflammation. It is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, immune /hormone/blood system disorders, allergic reactions, certain skin and eyes conditions, breathing disorders, certain bowel disorders, and certain cancers. It is also used as a test for an adrenal gland disorder (cushing’s syndrome).

What is Dexona used for?

Dexona 4mg injection is an anti inflammatory medication used specifically to decrease swelling (edema), associated with tumor of the spine and brain, to treat eye inflammation, prevent allergic reactions, as a treatment for a verity of cancers such as leukaemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. And  to increase appetite in cancer patients with severe appetite problems. It is also indicated as a replacement therapy for steroids in patients with adrenal insufficiency (low production of needed steroids created by the adrenal glands).

How does Dexona work?

Dexona injection comprise of an active ingredient Dexamethasone, which belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids. With certain conditions, inflammation can cause the immune system to be over active. This can injure the body's tissues. Steroids such as Dexamethasone helps block the immune system’s reaction to inflammation, which helps put a stop to this damage.

Where to buy Dexona online?

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What does Dexona contains?

Dexona contains actively Dexamethasone. It belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids. Each injection delivers 4 mg of Dexamethasone to the patient.

What medications interact with Dexona?

Many drugs can interact with Dexona. Below is just a partial list. Tell your health care specialist if you are using: Using dexamethasone with certain medicines is not recommended.

Your health care specialist may decide to change these other medicines or avoid treating you with dexamethasone. These include:

• Praziquantel (Biltridice) for parasitic infections
• Live rotavirus vaccine
• Artemether with lumefantine (Coartem), an antimalarial drug
• Rilpivirine (Edurant) for HIV

Dexamethasone may also interact with drugs that are used to treat depression and infection.

If you are on any of the following medications, your doctor may change the dose of one or both or change how often you take them:

• Clarithromycin (Biaxin), an antibiotic
• Itraconazole (Onmel, Sporanox), an anti-fungal medicine
• Bupropion (Zyban, Wellbutrin, others), an antidepressant
• Telaprevir (Incivek), for hepatitis C infections

If you are on any anti-diabetic drugs, your health care specialist may need to alter the medication because the steroids may raise blood sugar concentrations in your boby.

Using aspirin or related pain killer medication while taking dexamethasone may enhance your risk of gastrointestinal effects. Ask your health care specialist regarding whether you can take both together or not.

Be sure to tell your health care specialist about any prescription, over-the-counter (OTC), herbal remedies, nutritional and dietary supplements you are taking before taking dexona injection.

When should Dexona not be used?

You should not use this injection if you are allergic to its active ingredient dexamethasone, or if you have a fungal infection somewhere in your body.

Its active constituent can weaken your immune system, making it easier for you to acquire an infection. As it contains corticosteroid, steroids can also worsen an infection you already have, or reactivate an infection you recently had. Before taking dexona injection, tell your health care specialist about any disease or infection you have had within the past time.

To make sure you can safely take Dexona 4 mg, tell your health care specialist if you have any of these other conditions:

• High blood pressure ( hypertension)
• Depression or mental illness
• Diabetes
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease (such as cirrhosis)
• Thyroid disorder
• Osteoporosis
• Tuberculosis
• Muscle disorder
• Glaucoma or cataracts
• Stomach ulcers, ulcerative colitis, or diverticulitis
•  history of malaria
• Congestive heart failure

What are the side effects of Dexona?

Keep in mind that your health care specialist has prescribed this medication because he or she has already decided that the benefits to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many patients using this injection don’t have serious adverse reactions. Consult your health care specialist if any of these unlikely serious side effects occurs:

• Increased appetite is one of the commonly reported side effects of Dexona 4 mg. Unless it persists or is troubling you, it doesn’t warrant medical attention. Your appetite may return to regular conditions again once your body becomes tolerable towards the medicine.

Other side effects of the medicine include:

• Weight gain
• Acne
• insomnia
• Hair thinning
• Dry scalp
• Reddish face, lightening of skin
• Swelling in the abdominal area

Severe Side Effects of the drug include:

You may need to contact your doctor right away if you experience any of the following:

• Depression or mood swings
• Irregular heartbeat or pulse
• Anxiety, agitation, aggression
• Difficulty thinking, walking, talking
• Swelling of extremities, numbness, tingling
• Troubled breathing without any exertion

How should Dexona be used?

Take Dexona exactly as prescribed by your health care specialist. Don’t take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the instructions on your prescription label.

Your health care specialist may occasionally alter your dose to make sure you get the best treatment.

How long should Dexone be used?

Continue using Dexona 4 mg injection for as long as recommended by your health care specialist.

Missed dose of Dexona

Talk with your health care specialist for instructions if you miss a dose of Dexona 4mg injection.

How should Dexona be stored?

• In dry, clean, cool place
• Keep medicines away from the sight of children’s and pets
• Away from sun – light, heat, moisture