Dexamethasone : An Overview

 Dexamethasone : An Overview

Dexamethasone : It is used for arthritisallergic reactions, skin diseases, eye problemsbreathing problems, bowel disorders, cancerCushing's syndrome. Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid. 

Dosage : Orally (Tablet) and Intravenously (Injection).


Contraindications : 

  • Fungal Infection
  • Liver disease
  • Malaria
  • Tuberculosis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Congestive Heart Failure
Side Effects :

  • Fluid Retention
  • Increased Appetite
  • Skin Changes
  • Chanes in Menstrual Period
Drug Interaction :

  • Antibiotic
  • Antifungal
  • Insulin
  • Warfarin , Coumadin
  • NSAID


Never take any medication without the permission of Doctor


Shivam Mandal

Shivam is currently working as a Nursing Officer in AIIMS. The Nursing Key is an Online Teaching Platform which provides access to Latest Vacancy News, Previous Year Paper, Practice Test Series and Image Based Questions related to Nursing.

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