Dexona 0.5 Mg

What Is Dexona 0.5 mg?

• Dexona 0.5 mg tablet is a glucocorticoid medicine that contains Dexamethasone as its active ingredient.
• It is used to treat various inflammatory conditions, allergies, and autoimmune disorders. The tablet provides relief from swelling, redness, and pain by reducing the production of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.

Uses of Dexona 0.5 MG Tablet

Dexona 0.5 is used to treat various conditions such as:

• Arthritis (swelling and tenderness of the joints)
• Skin, blood, intestinal, and adrenal gland disorders
• Allergic reactions
• Asthma
• Oedema of the brain (excess fluid)
• Multiple Myeloma
• Multiple sclerosis
• Psoriasis
• Gastrointestinal disorders
• Adrenal insufficiency

Dosage of Dexona 0.5 MG Tablet

• The dosage of Dexona 0.5 mg varies depending on the condition being treated and the patient’s response to the medication.
• It is recommended to take the tablet exactly as prescribed by the doctor. The usual dosage is 0.5-9 mg per day, divided into 2-4 doses.

Other Doses

• Dexona

Side Effects of Dexona 0.5 MG Tablet

Some common side effects of Dexona 0.5 include:

• Headache
• Acne
• Nausea
• Upset stomach
• Increased hair growth
• Irregular menstrual periods
• Mood changes
• Dizziness
• Trouble sleeping
• Agitation and anxiety
• Black or tarry stools
• Unusual tiredness and weakness
• Vision disturbances
• Infections
• Facial, lip, eyelid, tongue, hand, and foot swelling

Benefits of Dexona 0.5 MG Tablet

Dexona 0.5 Tablet provides several benefits, including:

• Reduces inflammation and swelling
• Relieves pain and discomfort
• Suppresses the immune system to prevent rejection of transplanted organs
• Treats various autoimmune disorders
• Provides relief from allergic reactions

Precautions and Contraindications

Dexona 0.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in certain conditions, such as:

• Pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Infections
• Diabetes
• Electrolyte imbalance
• Gastrointestinal perforations
• Myocardial infarction
• Ocular toxicities
• Active untreated infection
• Live vaccines

It is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Dexamethasone or any other ingredients of the tablet.