What happens if you take dexamethasone for too long?

What happens if you take dexamethasone for too long?

Taking dexamethasone for several months can increase the risk of some other side effects. If you take it long term you can get thinner bones (osteoporosis), eyesight problems and slower growth in children and teenagers. If you have diabetes, dexamethasone can affect blood sugar control.

Can dexamethasone make you weak?

Using this drug with dexamethasone raises your risk of low potassium levels. (Potassium is a mineral that helps your nerves, muscles, and organs work normally.) This can cause muscle cramps, weakness, tiredness, and an irregular heartbeat.

What is dexamethasone 10 mg used for?

Dexamethasone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone disorders, allergic reactions, skin diseases, eye problems, breathing problems, bowel disorders, cancer, and immune system disorders. It is also used as a test for an adrenal gland disorder (Cushing’s syndrome).

What are the reviews of dexamethasone on Drugs.com?

User Reviews for Dexamethasone Also known as: Dexamethasone Intensol, TaperDex, Hemady Zcort HiDex Dxevo De-Sone LA ZoDex Dexabliss Dexamethasone has an average rating of 6.3 out of 10 from a total of 105 ratings on Drugs.com. 54% of those users who reviewed Dexamethasone reported a positive effect, while 34% reported a negative effect.

How much weight have I gained on dexamethasone?

Re: Weight gain on dexamethasone (Decadron) by torimooneyon Sat Mar 22, 2014 6:15 am I gained 8 lbs since starting dex 18 months ago. I’ve always been faithful with exercise and have always eaten healthy. I’ve upped my exercise, yoga, cardio and weight training and now do 14 hours per week . Had I not done that, I would have gained more.

What are the side effects of dexamethasone intensol oral?

Dexamethasone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone/immune system disorders, allergic reactions, certain skin and eye conditions, breathing problems, certain bowel disorders, and certain cancers.

How often to take dexamethasone for back pain?

For Inflammatory Conditions: “I have 4 herniated discs that cause inflammation in my back and leg. Dr prescribed 4mg tablets, 2 tablets every 12 hours, then 1 tablet every 12 hours. It was effective in reducing inflammation but my God, the side effects have been HORRENDOUS. NOT WORTH IT!!!!

When do the side effects of dexamethasone go away?

The more common side effects that can occur with dexamethasone oral tablets include: If these effects are mild, they may go away within a few days or a couple of weeks. If they’re more severe or don’t go away, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Call your doctor right away if you have serious side effects.

How much Dexamethasone should an 18 year old take?

Adult dosage (ages 18 years and older) Typical dosage: 0.75–9 mg every day, depending on the condition being treated. Child dosage (ages 0–17 years)

What should I tell my doctor about dexamethasone?

Tell your doctor about any such situation that affects you during treatment. Dexamethasone can weaken your immune system, making it easier for you to get an infection or worsening an infection you already have or have recently had. Tell your doctor about any illness or infection you have had within the past several weeks.

How much dexamethasone does my husband take?

He is now on just 2mg daily, but I am hoping we can reduce that down to 1mg or less. He got weaned off completely (gradually) after his initial 33 radiation treatments and 44 days of chemo, but about a week after he was off, his slight double vision returned, so they quickly got him back on the 2mg.