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Composition :

DEXAMETHASONE-0.5MG

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

CORTICOSTEROIDS

Country of origin

India
Other Info - DE14930

FAQs

Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet 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 miss a dose of Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

If you take more Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet than required, please visit a doctor as it requires immediate medical attention. Excessive intake of Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet may lead to swelling of the throat, difficulty breathing, or any skin reaction.

Do not abruptly stop taking Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet as you might feel severe tiredness, weakness, body aches, and joint pain, which are withdrawal symptoms of Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet. Consult your doctor, and your dose be lowered gradually to avoid any withdrawal symptoms.

If you are about to get vaccinated, especially if it is a live vaccine. In that case, you should notify your doctor that you are taking Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet because the use of Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet and immunizations at the same time is not recommended.

Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet is recommended not to use in people affected with fungal infections. If you have any concerns regarding this, please discuss them with the doctor.

Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet 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.

Corticosteroids have the potential to raise blood glucose levels. Patients may require dosage adjustments for any concurrent diabetes medication.

Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet 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.

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Alcohol

Caution

No interaction was found. However, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol as a precautionary measure.

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Pregnancy

Caution

If you are pregnant, inform your doctor. The doctor will then decide if the Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet is suitable for you. Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother. The doctor will then decide if the Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet is suitable for you. Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet is given to nursing mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet may cause a reduction in mental awareness; thus, avoid using machinery or driving.

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor before prescribing the Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet if you have a history of or ongoing liver disease. Your doctor will adjust the dose of this medicine if required based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor before prescribing the Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet if you have a history of or ongoing kidney disease. Your doctor may carry out extra checks while you are taking this medicine.

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Children

Caution

Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet may affect the growth of children. Therefore, inform your doctor if your child is not growing normally while using the Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet.

About Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet

Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet belongs to a class of steroid (corticosteroid) medicine. When your body does not produce enough of this hormone, it is often utilized to replace it. It treats various medical conditions, including allergic or inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. Furthermore, it is approved for the treatment of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in adult and adolescent patients (aged 12 years and older with a body weight of at least 40 kg) who require supplemental oxygen therapy.

Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet 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, in which your immune system erroneously destroys your own tissues.

Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by the physician. Some people may experience weight gain, indigestion, headache, dizziness, rash, fluid retention (swelling in your hands or ankles), sleep problems, mild mood changes and nausea. If the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet is recommended not to take if you are allergic to dexamethasone or any of the other ingredients of this medicine or any signs of an allergic reaction include a rash, itching or shortness of breath or If you have an infection that affects the whole body or If you need to have a vaccination, particularly with ‘live virus’ vaccines. Before obtaining the Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet, notify your doctor about your medical history and any other medications you are currently taking to rule out any potentially harmful effects. Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet should be used in pregnant and nursing women only if clinically needed; so, if you are a pregnant woman or nursing mother, do not consume Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet may cause a reduction in mental awareness; thus, avoid using machinery or driving.

Uses of Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet

Allergic or inflammatory conditions, Covid-19.

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet 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. Dexamethasone decreases inflammation, which might otherwise worsen your disease. You must take it daily to get the most out of this medication. It is also 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.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Soluble tablets: Check the label for directions before use. Disperse the tablet in the prescribed amount of water and swallow the contents. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.Oral solution/syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Side Effects of Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet

  • Weight gain
  • Indigestion
  • Sleep problems
  • Mild mood changes
  • Fluid retention (swelling in your hands or ankles)
  • Increased appetite
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Upset stomach
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Increased sweating
  • Rash

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know before prescribing Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet if you are allergic to any content of this medicine or sulphites. You should disclose to your doctor if you have received any live virus vaccines. You should discuss with your doctor if you have fungal infections, amoebiasis, myasthenia gravis, peptic ulcer, osteoporosis, psychoses, eye infections, glaucoma, mental conditions, TB, bacteraemia (viable bacteria in the bloodstream), joint, liver, kidney, or heart conditions and septic arthritis resulting from gonorrhoea or tuberculosis. Let your doctor also know if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before receiving this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice mood changes or have depression and strange thoughts while Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet therapy. Do not abruptly stop taking Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet as you might feel severe tiredness, weakness, body aches, and joint pain, which are withdrawal symptoms of Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet. Consult your doctor, and your dose be lowered gradually to avoid any withdrawal symptoms.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DexamethasoneRegorafenib
Critical
DexamethasoneDesmopressin
Critical

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DexamethasoneRegorafenib
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
When Regorafenib is taken with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Regorafenib.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Regorafenib and Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DexamethasoneDesmopressin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Desmopressin with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet may increase the risk of hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet and Desmopressin can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle stiffness, tremors, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DexamethasoneRilpivirine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
When Rilpivirine is taken with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Rilpivirine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rilpivirine and Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DexamethasoneRanolazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
When Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet is taken with Ranolazine, may significantly reduce the blood levels of Ranolazine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ranolazine and Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DexamethasoneOfloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet and Ofloxacin co-administration can result in tendinitis (inflammation of the thick fibrous cords that connect muscle to bone) and tendon rupture.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ofloxacin with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience Stiff joints or difficulty moving your joints, joint pains, Swelling, or skin discoloration, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DexamethasoneCiprofloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
Taking Ciprofloxacin with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet may cause tendinitis(a condition in which the tissue connecting muscle to bone becomes inflamed) and tendon rupture(an injury that is usually painful and likely to affect your ability to walk).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet and Ciprofloxacin, but can be taken together if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience pain, inflammation, or swelling of a tendon area such as the back of the ankle, biceps, shoulder, hand, or thumb. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
DexamethasoneSunitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
Taking Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet may lower the blood levels of Sunitinib in some patients, making the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet can be taken with Sunitinib if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
DexamethasoneMifepristone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
Taking Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet with Mifepristone may significantly reduce the levels of Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet, which may make Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet less effective in treating your condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet with mifepristone can cause an interaction. However, they can be taken together if prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
DexamethasoneOlaparib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet together with Olaparib can reduce the blood levels of Olaparib.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Olaparib and Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. Your doctor can recommend other options that won't cause any problems when taken together. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
DexamethasoneDeferasirox
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
Taking Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet with Deferasirox may increase the risk of gastrointestinal ulcers and bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet can be taken with Deferasirox if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience signs and symptoms of gastrointestinal injury such as abdominal pain, bloating, dizziness, lightheadedness, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting (especially with fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds), and red or black, tarry stools. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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DEXAMETHASONE-0.5MGCaffeine containing foods/drinks
Moderate

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DEXAMETHASONE-0.5MGCaffeine containing foods/drinks
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Cocoa, Coffee, Dark Chocolate, Energy Drinks With Caffeine, Green Tea, Kola Nut, Tea, Tiramisu

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet with Caffeine may increase the side effects of Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet. Avoid consuming caffeine while taking Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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DEXAMETHASONE-0.5MGOther and unspecified infectious diseases
Severe
DEXAMETHASONE-0.5MGDisorders related to short gestation and low birth weight, not elsewhere classified
Severe

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DEXAMETHASONE-0.5MGOther and unspecified infectious diseases
Severe
How does the disease interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
Corticosteroids' immunosuppressive and anti-inflammatory properties, especially when used in larger doses, have the potential to reduce host resistance to pathogens, impair the capacity to localise infections, and disguise infection-related symptoms. Perhaps secondary infections are more prone to occur. In general, corticosteroids should not be administered to patients with active infections, particularly systemic fungal infections, unless absolutely essential for medical reasons and after effective antimicrobial medication or another suitable course of treatment has been started.

How to manage the interaction:
Corticosteroids, particularly in higher dosages, may decrease host resistance to infectious agents, decrease the ability to localize infections, and mask the symptoms of infection.
DEXAMETHASONE-0.5MGDisorders related to short gestation and low birth weight, not elsewhere classified
Severe
How does the disease interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
Manufacturers of the drugs believe that using some parenteral formulations of Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet, hydrocortisone, methylprednisolone, prednisolone, and triamcinolone in neonates, especially preterm newborns and infants with low birth weight, is contraindicated.

How to manage the interaction:
The use of certain parenteral formulations of Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet is contraindicated in neonates, particularly premature infants and infants of low birth weight.
DEXAMETHASONE-0.5MGFibrosis and cirrhosis of liver
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
Due to cirrhosis patients' lower metabolism, corticosteroids may have stronger effects on them. Patients with cirrhosis need to have their cortisol levels constantly checked. For certain people, dosage modifications may be necessary.

How to manage the interaction:
Patients with cirrhosis should be monitored more closely for excessive cortisol effects.
DEXAMETHASONE-0.5MGOther mental disorders due to brain damage and dysfunction and to physical disease
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
Psychotic and emotional instability symptoms may be made worse by corticosteroids. During corticosteroid medication, patients with these disorders should be monitored for any worsening or intensification of their symptoms.

How to manage the interaction:
Patients with psychosis and emotional instability should be monitored for increased or worsened symptoms during corticosteroid therapy.
DEXAMETHASONE-0.5MGUnspecified diabetes mellitus
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Dexahim 0.5mg Tablet:
By opposing the effect of insulin and inhibiting its production, corticosteroids can increase blood sugar levels. This inhibits peripheral glucose absorption and increases gluconeogenesis. Patients with diabetes mellitus, glucose intolerance, or a tendency for hyperglycemia should receive corticosteroid therapy with caution. During corticosteroid medication, patients with diabetes mellitus should be evaluated more carefully, and their anti-diabetic regimen should be changed correspondingly.

How to manage the interaction:
Patients with diabetes mellitus should be monitored more closely during corticosteroid therapy, and their antidiabetic regimen adjusted accordingly.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • PHENYTOIN
  • PRIMIDONE
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • RIFABUTIN
  • AMINOGLUTETHIMIDE
  • METHOTREXATE
  • WARFARIN
  • RITONAVIR
  • DARUNAVIR
  • INDINAVIR
  • CARBAMAZEPINE

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Diet & Lifestyle for Allergic or inflammatory conditions:

  • Consume antioxidant-rich food. Blueberries, tomatoes, cherries, squash, and bell peppers are highly antioxidants.
  • Consuming probiotic-rich foods aids in the development of the immune system's resistance to allergies.
  • Consume foods rich in quercetin (a flavonoid), such as apples, cherries, spinach, broccoli, and blueberries.
  • Include seasonal fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and fish in your daily diet.
  • Limit your intake of foods that may cause allergies, such as dairy products, soy, eggs, and nuts.
  • Limit the consumption of foods high in sugar that may aggravate inflammation.
  • Reducing stress and having a regular sleep schedule might be beneficial.
  • Avoid processed meats, refined carbohydrates, sugar, trans fats, and alcohol, as they may aggravate inflammation.

 

Diet & Lifestyle for Covid-19:

  • Remember always to wear a mask when you're around other people. Wearing a mask aids in the prevention of illness spread.
  • Take care of your mental health. Fear and anxiety can hamper the immune system as well. Therapy, yoga, and meditation effectively allow the mind a state of peace.
  • Keep a social distance and avoid social gatherings.
  • Please do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth if your hands are not clean.
  • Hands should be washed with soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitiser on a regular basis.
  • All surfaces should be cleaned and disinfected on a regular basis.
  • Gargling with salt water and inhaling steam would be beneficial.
  • Never exchange personal objects that have been contaminated with bodily fluids or blood, such as razor blades or toothbrushes.
  • Never share used needles and other injections or medical devices, as they may spread viruses.
  • Consume a well-balanced diet. Consume vitamin and nutrient-rich foods like dark green, yellow, orange, and red vegetables and fruits to enhance your immune system. Choose lean protein and whole carbohydrates over-processed foods.
  • Consume no raw meat or eggs. Consume boiled and cooked meat, poultry, or seafood.
  • If you have nausea or vomiting, eat bland, low-fat foods and avoid spicy or greasy foods.
  • Spending time with family or doing whatever makes you happy might help you minimise emotional and physical stress.

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