Dexamethason Side Effects

My father has been diagnosed with lung cancer that metastasized to the brain. First symptoms were loss of control over righ hand and claw like posture of fingers. HE was prescribed dexamethasone to reduce swelling in the brain resulting from metastasis. Stereotactic radio surgery (radiation focused on the metastasis only) was performed to treat brain metastasis. As a result he had to continue with dexamethasone as this treament causes also swelling of the brain. He had experienced following side-effects: insomnia, agressiveness (pushing family members physically,), inability to focus and listen, inability to speak clearly, talking non-stop, psychosis, paranoia, hyperactivity physically moving non-stop, , stomach pain, it is impossible to reason with him, wants to embark in projects that...

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I am taking this for ITP to try to raise up my platelets. an average persons platelets are about 1500 mine are about 50. I started taking 5 4mg pills a day for two weeks. got to the 3rdday of the second week and my body felt like I was going to explode, I gained 10 pounds. Severe gas pains, Severe pain in all of my joints, Can't think straight, Bad bruising all over my body. Stay up for days at a time. Slur when I talk, Bad sweats I called my doctor and he immediately took me down to two pills a day. I'm at day two of taking two pills and still feeling very sick. Just this morning I couldn't even walk without my ankles wanting to give out. It is to my strict understanding that you can't just stop this drug, However after this experience I would rather die. ## Dexamethaso...

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I wanted to know if anyone out there takes this medication and if so what are the side affects that you all have had with this med. Please reply back. Thank you so much, Rita ## Well my dad is taking it appearently and he has had crazy depression ruts, the only real visable side effect that I have seen is eratic mood swings ## Rita I have been on this powerful drug for two weeks now, because of major neck fusion. I have noticed some side efects like pouring swet, i never use to swet much. insatieable appetite, Very bad sleep, sleep only 2 or 3 hrs, up the rest. constipation but the most unusual effect was my severve short lasting depression bouts. I am a grown man but found that tears were coming to my eyes for short periods of time then I would bounce back and feel fine. I only have to...

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Do you carry dexamethasone .75 mg? If so, can I order a bottle and how much are they a bottle? Thanks ## Hi, Brenda! How are you? This website does not manufacture, prescribe, nor sell any medications or products. This is an information only website. And since Dexamethasone is a steroid class medication, it requires a prescription from your doctor in the U.S. It can cause some pretty dangerous side effects, so it should only be used with your doctor's approval and supervision. Learn more Dexamethasone details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Use of practin and dacdanfor weight gain is safe Health? ## No, actually using them for that is not safe. Periactin contains the active ingredient Cyproheptadine, it is actually an antihistamine that is most commonly used to treat allergic reactions. In some people, it can cause an increased appetite and thus, weight gain. Decdan contains Dexamethasone, which is actually a steroid class medication, it is also used to treat allergic reactions and some other medical conditions. As side effects it can cause immune suppression, weight gain and fluid retention. With improper use, both the immune suppression and the fluid retention can put you in serious medical danger. Have you tried consulting a doctor about healthy ways to gain weight?

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My son is taking 14mg of dexamthasone tablets daily. Hes been on this dose for about 2-3 months now. What are the main side effects forthis amount please ## Hi Alma! Go on the web and type in the name of the medication and it will tell you all about what you want to know. ## Hello, Alma! How are you? This is a steroid class medication, so it may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, acne, weight gain and fluid retention. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Do anyone have stomach issues with dexamethasone?

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steroid ## DEXAMETHASON 4MG TAB ROXANE ## Dexamthasone is a Glucocorticoid Steroid, used to suppress the immune system and treat inflammation. Some of the most common side effects may include: nausea, weight gain, irritability and acne. You can read more about this medication here: Is there anything else I can help you with? ## I am starting chemo therapy tomorrow for breast cancer. I was perscribed Dexamethason 4mg tab roxane. I take two in the morning and two in the evening the day before, the day of and the day after. The information sheet that came with the prescription says if you take it for a long periond of time stopping the medication could cause serious side effects. My instructions are to take it only during the time of the chemo and this is scheduled every three weeks. I am ...

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Drug Index

Tobramycin/dexamethasone, sold under the brand name Tobradex, is a fixed-dose combination medication in the form of eye drops and eye ointment, marketed by Alcon.[1][2][3] The active ingredients are tobramycin (an antibiotic) and dexamethasone (a corticosteroid).[2] It is prescribed for the treatment of pink eye in combination with bacterial infections.[2] Contents 1 Contraindications 2 Side effects 3 Interactio...

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Tobramycin/dexamethasone, sold under the brand name Tobradex, is a fixed-dose combination medication in the form of eye drops and eye ointment, marketed by Alcon.[1][2][3] The active ingredients are tobramycin (an antibiotic) and dexamethasone (a corticosteroid).[2] It is prescribed for the treatment of pink eye in combination with bacterial infections.[2] Contents 1 Contraindications 2 Side effects 3 Interactio...

If i take what will be the side effects of zolidme and my stomach ## From what I could gather, Zolidime contains the following active ingredients: Aspirin Dexamethasone Phenylbutazone Right off the bat, it is stated in a number of webpages that Aspirin in and of itself can cause stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting as common side effects of the drug. Dexamethasone is not quite so helpful in that regard either, as it can present a host of undesirable gastro-related side effects that essentially can irritate more than just one's stomach. Not even looking into the last ingredient, it becomes apparent to me that this drug displays great risk for any stomach problems and other symptoms that you may or may not be experiencing. Because of this, I strongly encourage you to do your research on...

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Hello, last week 12-07-16 I got a dexa shot of 2mg for URI and it helped but started to get many adverse side effects like weakness, stomach bloating, hot flashes, body ache, headache dizziness. I still feel unwell, could It be adrenal shutdown? Please help. ## Those can be normal side effects of this medication, since it is a steroid type of medicine, according to the FDA. You may also experience nausea, insomnia, nervousness, and fluid retention. If you're worried, it never hurts to have your doctor check things out, though. Are you on any other medications?

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What are the disadvantages and advantages of taking decilone forte? Thanks. ## Dexamethasone is a type of steroid that is used to treat several different conditions, such as immunity disorders, allergic reactions and swelling. Its common side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, weight gain and fluid retention. Learn more: Are there any questions or comments? ## my neice who is 12 years had taken decilone forte to cure her allergic. After sometime of taking, we noticed that her face swell, is this the effect of taking this medicine? we are bothered by the change in her face as well as her hair (dry and frizzy). ## Lalaine as I said in my prior post, since this contains the steroid Dexamethasone, it can cause both fluid retention and weight gain, so either one of those could cause the...

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I have to take this med for 9 days. My first dose is three tabs of 4 mg for a total of 12 mg. Is this normal? ## Yes, this is a steroid and they are commonly used this way, started with a large dose, to get a boost of it in your body to treat the condition in question, then slowly tapered over a certain time period. Side effects you may experience can include: nausea, headache, weight gain and acne. You can read more here: Do you have any other questions? ## My father has colorectal cancer and now has metastasis brain and kidney. He was having nausea and during examination, metastasis in brain was found. He was prescribed Dexa for 9 days (3 tablets per day for 3 days, followed by 2 tablets for 3 days and then 1 tablet for 3 days). The nausea had stopped. However, it has resumed now and ...

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side effect of decilon forte ## I have recently started taking amiodarone for my heart condition which includes out of control heart beat of 200 a minute. However, it is making me very sick to my stomach and I cannot eat. I am 90, losing weight and getting depressed. Is there something to take for the nausea? ## Decilone Forte contains the active ingredient Dexamethasone, this is a steroid, it used to treat various conditions including inflammation and allergic reactions. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, weight gain and dizziness. ## Amiodarone is an antiarryhythmic agent. Nausea is not listed as a common side effect. We are also NOT medical professionals, so we have no way of knowing your medical history or any possible interations with other medications you may be ...

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Everytime i take decilone i gain weight; and i love it coz i love to eat and i have a good appetite..but my concern is whether there will be any side effects in the future? Please give me details of these side effects..tnx ## I'd like to gain weight and my friends told me to take decilone forte. Is it ok? If I also take it together w/ a multi-vitamin will it help me gain weight faster? Thanks. ## Decilone contains the steroid Dexamethasone. It is an anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant, so using it just to gain weight is NOT a good idea, it can compromise your immune system and cause serious complications. ## side effects of decilone forte ## "If dexamethasone is given orally or by injection (parenteral) over a period of more than a few days, side-effects common to systemic g...

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What are the other side effects of decilone forte tablets? ## to be updated with product info ## Decilone Forte contains the active ingredient Dexamethasone. This medication acts as an anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant. Its potency is about 20-30 times that of hydrocortisone and 4-5 times of prednisone. There are a number of possible side effects of this medication, and it depends on the type of and duration of treatment. You can read a full list of side effects along with other information on the page for Dexamethasone Details. Do you have any other questions or information to add? Please post back if you do... ## Hi! Why does my mother advice by her doctor to take decilone forte for 2x a day. For 2 days before her Chemo therapy? What will be the side effects of that tablet? Than...

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Can I take cyclobenzaprine (muscle relaxer) and dexamethasone (steroid) together? I'm prescribed a round of steroids for migraines and a muscle relaxer to help with muscle / back problems. ## I didn't find any interactions listed, but it is always best to double check. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and dry mouth. Are you on any other medications?

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I took Decilone Forte and I could not sleep. Is this a side effect? ## Decilone Forte contains the active ingredient Dexamethasone, which is a steroid class medication and it can cause insomnia in some people that take it as a side effect. Learn more Decilone Forte details here. How long were you taking it? ## What can be effect for taking decilone forte,and how many time did i take in 1 day? ## I TAKE 9 TABLETS nakakalakas kumain pero nasakit po katawan ko na parang may pasa.Pwede pa po ba mawala ang ansakit na yun ## ti na po akung umiinom ng decilone.. oo nakakataba xa.. malakas ka kumain??

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I want to gain weight now, but I also have small pimples and acne that I am trying very hard to get rid of... Can this combination improve my condition? ## The Dexamethasone can actually cause more acne as a side effect. Other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, and fluid retention. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Dr.: I'm using Rumoquin, controls the pain for 12 hours after the effectr, the sharp pain is back. HOW safe is this medicone, cvan I use something safer ? Is obesity a secondary effect ? Plaese I'm Desperate " ## There are risks associated with all medications and there is really no way to say whether or not one is going to be safer, than any other, for any given person that uses it. Rumoquin-NF contains Dexamethasone, Methocarbamol and Phenylbutazone, so it combines anti-inflammatories and a muscle relaxant. And yes, weight gain can be a side effect, since the Dexamethasone is a steroid, it may also cause fluid retention. Without knowing where you are located, I am also not sure what else is available for you to use. Have you discussed it with your doctor? ## Rumoquin NF do...

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