Medindia LOGIN REGISTER
Medindia

Side effect(s) of Dexamethasone Oral


Review the side-effects of Dexamethasone Oral as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   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.

Other Precautions :

Avoid contact with people with infections.

Drug Name : Dexamethasone Oral

Dexamethasone Oral(Baycadron) generic is a corticosteroid, prescribed for certain conditions associated with decreased adrenal gland function.


Trade Names for Dexamethasone Oral

India :


International :


Baycadron, Dexamethasone Intensol, DexPak 10 Day Taperpak, DexPak 13 DayTaperpak, DexPak 6 DayTaperpak, Dexpak Jr. Taperpak, Zema Pak 10-Day, Zema Pak 13-Day, Zema Pak 6-Day.
Advertisement
Recommended Reading