Dexamethasone 8 mg 5 ampoules 2 ml

Dexamethasone 3.3 mg / ml injection Why is Dexamethasone used? Dexamethasone belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids. Dexamethasone is given by injection to patients unable to take the tablet form of the medicine. Dexamethasone reduces inflammation and suppresses the immune system and is normally used for patients who suffer from: • Severe allergic reactions causing swelling in the face and throat, low blood pressure, and collapse (angioedema, neurogenic edema, hypersensitivity) • Shock resulting from infection or severe tuberculosis (also with anti-infection treatments such as antibiotics) • Increased pressure in the skull due to tumors or childhood seizures • Sometimes, the injection is given in the painful area itself, for example, arthritis (rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis) Do not use Dexamethasone Do not use it if: • You are allergic to Dexamethasone or any other components in this injection • You have a fungal infection that has spread throughout the body • You have any other widespread infection currently untreated • You are vaccinated with live virus vaccines Precautions and warnings: You should also inform the doctor if you: • Have heart failure or a recent heart attack • Have high blood pressure • Have kidney or liver problems • Have diabetes or a relative with diabetes • Have or have had stomach or duodenal ulcers • Have osteoporosis (bone thinning and weakness) • Have experienced muscle weakness with this or other steroids in the past • Have myasthenia gravis (a muscle weakness disease) • Have an eye infection with herpes virus • Have glaucoma (increased intraocular pressure) or a relative with glaucoma • Have epilepsy • Have schizophrenia • Have previously had tuberculosis • Have previously had amoebiasis (a parasitic infection common in tropical countries causing diarrhea) • Have symptoms of tumor lysis syndrome such as muscle cramps, muscle weakness, confusion, loss of vision, or breathing difficulties, if you have a malignant hematoma Possible side effects: Stop using the product and seek immediate medical care if you experience difficulty in swallowing or swelling of the eyes, face, lips, or tongue, or if you feel faint or have difficulty breathing. Stop using the product if you experience hives or itching in the face or body. Other medicines Dexamethasone: Please inform your doctor or nurse if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including over-the-counter medicines. This is especially important with the following medicines as they may interact with Dexamethasone: • Aspirin or similar medicines • Phenytoin (used to treat epilepsy) • Barbiturates (sedatives used for insomnia and epilepsy) • Ephedrine (for nasal congestion relief) • Antibiotics called Rifampicin and Rifabutin (used to treat tuberculosis) • Carbamazepine (used for epilepsy, pain, and bipolar depression) • Aminoglutethimide (a cancer medication) • Blood thinners such as warfarin • Diabetes medicines • Some diuretics (water pills) • Antiretroviral drugs such as Ritonavir, Darunavir, Indinavir, Lopinavir, Saquinavir, and Etravirine How to use Dexamethasone: Your nurse or doctor will give you the injection. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you and how and when the injection will be given. This will depend on the condition being treated. How to store Dexamethasone: Store at less than 25°C. Do not freeze. Keep the container in the outer carton to protect from light. Keep the medicine out of sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date printed on the ampoule label and carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Do not dispose of medicines in wastewater or household waste. Product details: Brand: Dexamethasone Quantity: 5 vials Product form: Ampoules Type of product: Ampoules