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Prescription only
Prescribed for Adrenal Insufficiency, Addison's Disease, Adrenocortical Insufficiency, Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia, Allergic Rhinitis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Aspiration Pneumonia, Asthma, Asthma...
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Prescription only
Dexamethasone reduces inflammation and calms down an overactive immune system and is significantly more potent than prednisolone. It may be given to control inflammation associated with eye disease...
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More about
Decadron
(dexamethasone)
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More about
Dexamethasone
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Ratings & Reviews
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Decadron has an average rating of
3.9 out of 10 from a total of
29 ratings on Drugs.com.
28% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 59% reported a negative effect.
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Dexamethasone has an average rating of
5.9 out of 10 from a total of
162 ratings on Drugs.com.
47% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 36% reported a negative effect.
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Side Effects Experienced by Users
Side effects are reported in Drugs.com user reviews and not clinically verified.
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| Generic Availability |
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N/A
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Lower cost generic
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Pricing and Coupons
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| Quantity |
4 tablet |
| Strength |
4 mg |
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$2.84 |
| Cost* |
$11.37 |
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| Dosage Forms |
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- Injectable solution
- Oral liquid
- Oral tablet
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| Brand Names |
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Other dexamethasone brands include: De-Sone LA, Dexabliss, Dexamethasone Intensol, Dxevo, Hemady, HiDex, TaperDex, Zcort, ZoDex
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De-Sone LA, Dexabliss, Dexamethasone Intensol, Dxevo, Hemady, HiDex, TaperDex, Zcort, ZoDex
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Half Life
Drug half-life is the time required for plasma concentration to reduce to half its original value.
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N/A
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N/A
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CSA Schedule 1
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Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
| Pregnancy Category |
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See the full pregnancy warnings document.
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See the full pregnancy warnings document.
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| Drug Interactions |
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A total of 807 drugs are known to interact with Decadron:
- 165 major drug interactions (450 brand and generic names)
- 587 moderate drug interactions (2161 brand and generic names)
- 55 minor drug interactions (275 brand and generic names)
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A total of 807 drugs are known to interact with Dexamethasone:
- 165 major drug interactions (450 brand and generic names)
- 587 moderate drug interactions (2161 brand and generic names)
- 55 minor drug interactions (275 brand and generic names)
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| Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions |
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
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| First Approval Date |
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October 30, 1958
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October 30, 1958
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