Maxidex (Dexamethasone)

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Brand Name: Maxidex

Generic Name: Dexamethasone

Manufacturer/Agent: Alcon Pharma

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Formulation: eye oint

Strength: 3.5g

Pack size: 1

Trade Price: KES 370.00

Retail Price: @ KES 493.33

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Class: Corticosteroids (Endocrine system drugs)

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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.

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