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Dexapar 8mg Injection Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

DEXAMETHASONE-8MG

Uses:

Allergic or inflammatory conditions, Covid-19.

Medicinal Benefits:

Dexapar 8mg Injection is a steroid (corticosteroids) medication. Corticosteroids occur naturally in the body and contribute to overall health and well-being. Increasing your body's corticosteroid levels (such as dexamethasone) is an effective strategy for treating various disorders involving inflammation. Dexapar 8mg Injection decreases inflammation, otherwise which might worsen your disease. You must take it daily to get the maximum benefits of Dexapar 8mg Injection.

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Dexapar 8mg Injection contains dexamethasone, a steroid with both anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant activity. Anti-inflammatory activity relieves the symptoms of inflammatory conditions such as redness, swelling, and tenderness caused by various medical conditions. On the other side, immunosuppressant activity helps to calm your immune system. As a result, it can aid in autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, in which your immune system erroneously destroys your own tissues.

If you are about to be vaccinated, especially if it is a live vaccine, inform your doctor that you are taking Dexapar 8mg Injection because taking Dexapar 8mg Injection and getting immunised at the same time is not recommended.

Dexapar 8mg Injection is not recommended to be used in fungal infections. If you have any concerns regarding this, please discuss them with your doctor.

Dexapar 8mg Injection may increase the risk of Infections and infestations. Therefore, it is advised to stay away from people having chickenpox (herpes simplex), shingles (herpes zoster) or measles.

Dexapar 8mg Injection is approved for the treatment of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in adults and adolescents (aged 12 years and older with a body weight of at least 40 kg) who require supplemental oxygen therapy.

Caution is advised if you are taking anticoagulants while on Dexapar 8mg Injection treatment. Checking your blood clotting time is recommended to lessen the risk of bleeding.