Dexamethasone (Oral Route)


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Dexamethasone (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Baycadron Elixer
  • Decadron
  • Dekpak 13 Day Taperpak
  • Dexamethasone Intensol
  • DexPak
  • DexPak 10 Day TaperPak
  • DexPak Jr
  • Zema-Pak

Description

Dexamethasone provides relief for inflamed areas of the body. It is used to treat a number of different conditions, such as inflammation (swelling), severe allergies, adrenal problems, arthritis, asthma, blood or bone marrow problems, kidney problems, skin conditions, and flare-ups of multiple sclerosis. Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid). It works on the immune system to help relieve swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Solution
  • Elixir
  • Tablet
Before Using
DR603527 Portions of this document last updated: Dec. 1, 2012

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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