Decasone Eye/Ear Drops
Rs.10.10for 1 bottle(s) (1 ml Eye/Ear Drops each)
food interaction for Decasone
alcohol interaction for Decasone
pregnancy interaction for Decasone
lactation interaction for Decasone
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Information regarding the use of Decasone Eye/Ear Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Decasone Eye/Ear Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Decasone
Chloramphenicol(1% w/v)
Uses
Chloramphenicol is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used to treat certain types of serious infections caused by bacteria when other antibiotics cannot be used.
How it works
Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic which stops the growth of bacteria. It does so by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This does not directly kill the bacteria, but prevents them from increasing in numbers, and eventually clears up the infection.
Common side effects
Vomiting, Nausea, Diarrhea, Glossitis (tongue inflammation), Hypersensitivity, Bone marrow depression, Aplastic anemia, Increased bleeding time, Optic neuritis, Ototoxicity, Acidotic cardiovascular collapse, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Enterocolitis, Gray baby syndrome, Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), Blood dyscrasias, Headache, Depression, Delirium (acute confusional state), Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction, Superinfection
Dexamethasone(0.1% w/v)
Uses
Dexamethasone is used for Inflammatory conditions and Autoimmune conditions.
How it works
Dexamethasone is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
Common side effects
Increased appetite, Edema (swelling), Increased intraocular pressure, Decreased potassium level in blood, Tendon rupture, Weight gain, High blood pressure, Increased glucose level in blood, Menstrual disorder, Glaucoma, Slow heart rate, Tachycardia, Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Enlarged heart, Circulatory shock, Fat embolism, Fainting, Thromboembolism, Thrombophlebitis, Vasculitis, Glucose intolerance, Cushing syndrome, Fat accumulation, Conjunctival hemorrhage, Vitreous detachment, Conjunctival hyperemia, Posterior subcapsular cataract, Acne, Allergic dermatitis, Hair loss, Stretch marks, Facial redness, Fragile skin, Skin hyperpigmentation, Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth), Hypopigmentation, Fluid retention, Growth retardation in children, Excessive hair growth on face, Hypokalemic alkalosis, Negative nitrogen balance, Hiccup, Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Pancreatic inflammation, Anal itching, Defective spermatogenesis, Kaposi sarcoma, Hepatomegaly (enlarged liver), Anaphylactic reaction, Sterile abscess, Postinjection flare, Emotional lability, Headache, Idiopathic intracranial hypertension, Increased intracranial pressure, Myasthenia (weakness and rapid fatigue of muscle), Neuropathy, Personality changes, Seizure, Vertigo, Amyotrophy, Bulging eyes, Pulmonary edema, Impaired wound healing, Aseptic necrosis, Muscle weakness, Osteoporosis, Pathologic fracture of long bones, Steroid myopathy, Vertebral compression fractures, Increased liver enzymes
SUBSTITUTES FOR Decasone
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Expert advice FOR Decasone
- Your doctor has prescribed Chloramphenicol to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- This can be taken either with or without food.
- Your doctor may get blood tests done to check your blood cells before starting treatment and regularly thereafter.
- Do not use Chloramphenicol if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease.
Frequently asked questions FOR Decasone
Chloramphenicol
Q. How long does Chloramphenicol takes to work?
Usually, Chloramphenicol starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Chloramphenicol?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Q. Can I stop taking Chloramphenicol when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Chloramphenicol and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Dexamethasone
Q. Is Dexamethasone a steroid?
Yes, Dexamethasone is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health and wellbeing. Dexamethasone helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling) in the body.
Q. What is Dexamethasone used for?
Dexamethasone has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used to treat conditions like allergic conditions, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory skin diseases. It also aids in treating autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage) and certain eye disorders. Additionally, it is used to treat cancer and nephrotic syndrome when used with other medicines.
Q. How is Dexamethasone administered?
Dexamethasone should be administered by a doctor or under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. Usually, it is given into a muscle (intramuscular), joint (intra-articular), directly into a vein (direct intravenous), infusion or into the area being treated (soft tissue infiltration). The dose will be decided by your doctor based on the condition you are being treated for as well as your body weight. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from Dexamethasone.