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Decmax 8mg Injection
Salt Composition: DEXAMETHASONE
- Manufacturer: GLS PHARMA LTD
- Pack Size: 1 VIAL(s) OF 2ML
- Dosage Form: INJECTION
- Strength: 8MG
- Prescription Required
- Storage: Store Decmax 8mg Injection in the original package at room temperature ( Do not exceed 25°C) Do not freeze Keep away from children and pets If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose.
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Product Introduction
Decmax 8mg Injection contains dexamethasone as its active constituent. It is a corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory properties. It is used to relieve inflammation (swelling, heat, redness, and pain) in various diseases affecting multiple organs, including serious conditions such as severe allergic reactions, shock caused by infection or tuberculosis, skin disorders, endocrine disorders, gastrointestinal diseases, blood disorders, nervous and renal diseases, eye conditions, and rheumatic disorders. It is also used in the treatment of certain types of cancer. It was used as a treatment for COVID-19 in adult and adolescent patients. It works by reducing inflammation and suppressing the immune system. Decmax 8mg Injection is a synthetic glucocorticoid. Corticosteroids are hormones naturally produced by your adrenal glands that help maintain your health.
Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to dexamethasone, sulfites, or other ingredients in this medicine, or if you have fungal infections. Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, heart disease, respiratory disorders, diabetes, eye problems, seizures, infections, tuberculosis, or psychiatric illness before beginning treatment with this medicine. The medicine should be taken with food to prevent stomach upset. The most common side effects of Decmax 8mg Injection include increased blood pressure, decreased body growth, abnormal vision, cataract, eye discomfort, depression, and pulmonary tuberculosis. This medication is not safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Contact your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment. This medicine can impair the body's ability to fight infections. Inform your doctor if you develop any signs of infection, such as fever, sore throat, or cough.
Uses
Reduce inflammation in various diseases of multiple organs Treat inflammatory auto-immune conditions To relieve inflammation and pain in certain types of cancers
How it works
Decmax 8mg Injection is a synthetic adrenocortical steroid with potent anti-inflammatory effects in disorders of many organ systems. They inhibit multiple inflammatory proteins resulting in decreased swelling, redness, and pain. It also induces cell death of multiple cancer cells.
How to Use
Your doctor will decide the dose, route of administration, and frequency of the medicine. The injection will be given to you by your doctor or nurse. Decmax 8mg injection is administered intravenously (into your vein) or intramuscularly (into your muscle), depending on your disease condition. It can sometimes also be given by injection under the skin (subcutaneously) to relieve certain symptoms, including pain, tiredness, weight loss, and feeling and being sick.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common Increased blood pressure Decreased body growth Abnormal vision Cataract Discomfort in the eye Dry eyes Depression Stomach ulcers Tiredness Increased appetite, weight gain Skin problems Serious Bone problems Inflammation in heart muscles Inflammation of pancreas Glaucoma Increased blood sugar levels Decreased potassium levels
Expert Tips
Inform your physician if you have any changes in your vision and facing difficulty in driving or operating machinery. If you are on long-term treatment with Decmax 8mg Injection, avoid getting vaccinations because this may interact with the medicine. Avoid exposure to chicken pox or measles. Avoid pregnancy during the treatment. Use effective birth control methods to avoid pregnancy during the treatment and for at least 1 month after your last dose. Do not breastfeed for at least 2 weeks after your last dose.
References
- Dexamethasone 2mg Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. www.medicines.org.uk. [Revised 2022] [cited 2023 Mar 17]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/5411/pil
- DECADRON ® (DEXAMETHASONE TABLETS, USP) [Internet]. [cited 2023 Mar 17]. Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2004/11664slr062_decadron_lbl.pdf
- Kenneth R. McQuaid, Drugs Used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases, Langeâs Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, 14th Edition, 2018, 1087-1119
- Cook AM, McDonnell AM, Lake RA, Nowak AK. Dexamethasone co-medication in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy causes substantial immunomodulatory effects with implications for chemo-immunotherapy strategies. Oncoimmunology. 2015 Sep 16;5(3):e1066062.[cited 2023 Mar 17] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4839331/
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: unsafe Decmax 8mg Injection should not be used during pregnancy. It can cause fetal harm. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. It is necessary to consult a physician before starting the treatment.
Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Decmax 8mg Injection can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Breastfeeding: unsafe Decmax 8mg Injection is unsafe during breastfeeding. It may excrete in breast milk and cause harm to the unborn baby. Inform your physician if you are breastfeeding and get advice.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.