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Dexamethasone is a type of corticosteroid drug, namely a group of drugs that contain steroid hormones produced in the adrenal glands.
This drug is often consumed to meet the body’s need for steroid hormones which do not produce sufficient amounts.
Dexamethasone, what drug does it do?
The drug functions to help reduce inflammation (swelling, heat, redness and pain). Apart from that, this drug can also treat health conditions, such as:
Skin diseases, such as eczemaAllergic reactionsRheumatic diseasesRespiratory disordersSwelling in the eyesAutoimmune conditions such as lupusIntestinal problemsLeukemia and certain lymphomasKidney insufficiencyReduces inflammation and side effects from cancer treatment
Even though it can treat various diseases, dexamethasone cannot be consumed freely. The reason is, this drug has side effects and dosage that need to be considered before using it.
As for the side effects, such as:
Stomach acheGastric irritationVomiting HeadacheInsomniaAnxietyDepressionAnxietyAcneIncreased hair growthEasy bruisingIrregular or absent menstrual periods
If you experience any of the following symptoms, contact a doctor immediately:
Skin rashes Swollen face, lower legs, or ankles Vision problems Long-lasting colds or infections Muscle weakness Black or sticky stools
Apart from that, dexamethasone is also registered with BPOM RI as a hard drug. So you need a doctor’s prescription to buy it and its use must be supervised by a doctor.
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2023-10-24 02:32:16
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