What are the uses, side effects and intercations of Dexamethasone Oral?
Dexamethasone Oral belongs to the class of Glucocorticosteroids. Dexamethasone is used for the treatment of cancers, tumors, digestive disorders, dermatologic disorders, nervous disorders, renal diseases, rheumatic disorders, respiratory disorders, ophthalmic disorders, hematologic disorders and endocrine disorders. The side effects of Dexamethasone Oral include - Swelling of lips, eyes, tongue and face - Nausea - Insomnia - Acne - Bloating - Slow sore and wound healing - Headache - Dizziness - Stomach ache - Muscle weakness - Visual changes - Weight gain - Mood swings - Dry and thinning skin - Easy bruising Dexamethasone Oral interacts with the following drugs. - Antibiotics - Aminoglutethimide - Anticholinesterase drugs - Potassium-depleting drugs - Anticoagulants - Cyclosporine - Antitubercular drugs - Oral contraceptives - NSAIDs - Vaccines