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Beksa (2 ml) (Dexamethasone Oral) Drug Price and Information

Dexamethasone Oral (Beksa (2 ml)) is a corticosteroid, prescribed for certain conditions associated with decreased adrenal gland function.  
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Beksa (2 ml) - Intas Pharmaceutical Ltd.

Beksa (2 ml)  Injection


Generic : Dexamethasone Oral
 7.13
4mg
2 ml
Price Updated on August 8, 2019
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Drug information on Beksa (2 ml) from Intas Pharmaceutical Ltd.

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When is Beksa (2 ml) prescribed?

It is prescribed for -
Asthma

What should be the dose and frequency?

PO- The recommended dose range is 0.5 to 40mg/day.

What are the common side effects of Beksa (2 ml)

Allergic reactions : Severe allergic reactions such as rash, hives, itching and trouble in breathing.

Heart : Slow/fast heart rate, abnormal heart rhythm, poor blood circulation, heart enlargement, heart failure, blocks, high blood pressure, heart attack and fainting.

Skin : Pimples, skin inflammation, redness, dry skin, impaired wound healing, and increased sweating.

Gastrointestinal : Abdominal distention, elevation in serum liver enzyme levels, liver enlargement, increased appetite, nausea, inflammation of pancreas and ulcer.

Metabolic : Fluid imbalance.

Musculoskeletal : Cell death in thighbone, loss of muscle mass, muscle weakness, joint inflammation and vertebral compression fractures.

Central Nervous System : Convulsions, depression, emotional instability, headache, sleeplessness, mood swings, nerve disease, tingling and personality changes.

Eye : Increased eye pressure.

Miscellaneous : Abnormal fat deposits, uneasiness and weight gain.

How to use Beksa (2 ml)?

It comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth, with food. It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein or muscle.

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In which conditions should Beksa (2 ml) be avoided?

Hypersensitivity.

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What are the Precautions needed with Beksa (2 ml)

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver, kidney, intestinal or heart disease, diabetes, under active thyroid, high blood pressure, mental illness, myasthenia gravis, joint inflammation, eye infection, seizures, tuberculosis, ulcer, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Monitor blood glucose level in diabetic patients regularly while taking this medication.

Are there any additional Precautions?

Avoid contact with people with infections.

At What Temperature Should it be Stored?

Store it at room temperature.

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