Dexamethasone (Dexamethasone)
Brand Name: Dexamethasone
Generic Name: Dexamethasone
Manufacturer/Agent: Macs Pharmaceuticals
Formulation: tabs
Strength: 500mcg
Pack size: 500
Trade Price: KES 500.00
Retail Price: @ KES 1.35
Class: Corticosteroids (Endocrine system drugs)
Mechanism of Action:
Synonym:
Molecular Formulae: C22H29FO5 = 392.5
Precautions: Ocular herpes simplex. peptic ulcer. acute infection. osteoporosis. pregnancy.
Indications/Uses: Respiratory distress syndrome. shock. emesis in cancer therapy. corticosteroid replacement therapy.
Interactions: Decreased effect: phenytoin, phenobarbitone, rifampicin.
Side Effects: Fluid and electrolyte disturbances. hypertension. muscle weakness. hypersensitivity reactions.