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DEXAVAC Injection 2ml
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Introduction About DEXAVAC INJECTION
DEXAVAC
INJECTION contains Dexamethasone which belongs to the group of
medicines called Corticosteroids. It is used to manage problematic
conditions of the adrenal glands (such as adrenal insufficiency,
congenital adrenal hyperplasia and nonsuppurative thyroiditis).
It
can also be used to manage various inflammatory auto-immune disease
conditions affecting the bones and joints (Ex. rheumatoid arthritis,
ankylosing spondylitis), skin and collagen (Ex. Stevens-Johnson
syndrome, psoriasis), eyes (Ex. optic neuritis, uveitis or iritis),
respiratory tract (Ex. asthma, pneumonitis, tuberculosis), blood and
lymph (Ex. leukaemia, anemia, thrombocytopenia, blood cancer, lymph
cancer, sarcoidosis), bowel and gut (Ex. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative
colitis), brain (Ex. tuberculous meningitis, cerebral edema associated
with brain tumor, increased pressure within the skull) and heart
(inflammation of heart membranes).
It is also indicated in the
management of drug induced hypersensitivity reactions and in other
allergic reactions (such as atopic dermatitis, allergic conjunctivitis
and allergic rhinitis). It also corrects calcium levels among cancer
patients and increases urine output or reduces protein loss via urine
among patients having kidney problems (such as nephrotic syndrome).
Before
receiving DEXAVAC INJECTION inform your doctor if you any liver, kidney
or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have
diabetes, hypertension, glaucoma, epilepsy, underactive thyroid, muscle
problems, osteoporosis, stomach problems, tuberculosis, depression,
mania or any other mental problems as a precaution.
DEXAVAC
INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients with serious unmanageed
infections in the body or bone problems. It is also not suitable for
use in pregnant or breastfeeding women.
The most common side
effects of receiving DEXAVAC INJECTION are headache, dizziness, acne,
stomach discomfort, slow wound healing, skin thinning, high blood
pressure, fluid retention, swelling and weight gain of the body and
face, high blood sugar levels, muscle weakness, bone thinning and
irregular menstrual periods. Consult your doctor if any of these side
effect worsens.
Uses Of DEXAVAC INJECTION
It is used to manage the following disease conditions:
- adrenal insufficiency and its associated conditions
- bone and joint problems (Ex. rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis)
- skin and collagen disorders (Ex. Stevens-Johnson syndrome, psoriasis)
- eye problems (Ex. optic neuritis, uveitis or iritis)
- respiratory tract diseases (Ex. asthma, tuberculosis, pneumonitis)
- blood cancer (leukemia), lymph cancer (lymphoma)
- anemia (low RBC count in blood), thrombocytopenia (low platelet count in blood)
- problems of bowel and gut (Ex. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis)
- brain problems (Ex. tuberculous meningitis, cerebral edema)
- increased intracranial pressure
- heart inflammation (Ex. endocarditis)
- drug induced hypersensitivity reactions
- allergic reactions (such as atopic dermatitis, allergic conjunctivitis and allergic rhinitis)
- high blood calcium levels caused due to cancer management
- protein loss via urine due to kidney problems
How DEXAVAC INJECTION Works
DEXAVAC
INJECTION is a steroid medicine with anti-inflammatory and immune
suppressant properties. It boosts your body with sufficient
corticosteroid levels (cortisol, aldosterone) during deficient
conditions and helps your body to function properly.
It also
reduces the release of certain chemicals (prostaglandins) in the body
that causes inflammation, pain, irritation and swelling. As a result, it
reduces allergic and inflammatory conditions in the body.
How to use DEXAVAC INJECTION
DEXAVAC
INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the
vein, muscle, joints or tendons depending upon the site of inflammation.
Your
doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you
depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects Of DEXAVAC INJECTION
Common
- headache, dizziness
- spinning sensation, increased sweating
- acne, skin rash, bruising
- nausea, stomach pain or discomfort, increased appetite
- changes in vision, feeling weak or tired, slow wound healing
- skin thinning
- fits
- difficulty in swallowing, sore throat
- high blood pressure, fluid retention
- swelling and weight gain of the body and face
- high blood sugar levels, with excessive thirst
- muscle weakness and wasting
- bone thinning with an increased risk of fractures
- raised pressure in the eye, cataracts
- irregular or lack of menstrual periods
- increased infections
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- signs
of allergic reaction (such as skin rash, itching, blistering and
peeling of the skin, swelling of the face, lips, mouth, throat which may
lead to breathing difficulties) - severe skin rashes with blistering and peeling of skin
- feeling depressed, suicidal thoughts, mania, mood swings
- anxiety, sleeping problems, problems in thinking, confusion, memory loss
- hallucinations, strange thoughts, behavioural changes
- signs of pheochromocytoma crisis (headaches, sweating, palpitations and hypertension)
- signs
of adrenal suppression (such as swelling and weight gain around the
trunk, excessive hair growth in women, muscle weakness and wasting,
irregular or missing periods, stunted growth in children, purple stretch
marks on body skin, changes in the levels of protein and calcium in
your body) - signs of bleeding in the gut (such as stomach pain
which radiates until your back, bleeding from the anus, black or
blood-stained stools, blood in vomit) - increased infections causing fever or a general feeling of being unwell
- signs of flare up of a previous tuberculosis infection (such as coughing blood or pain in the chest)
- signs of pancreatitis (inflammation of pancreas causing severe stomach pain and vomiting)
- signs of blood clot in lungs (such as sharp chest pain, shortness of breath, coughing up blood)
- signs
of increased pressure within the skull (such as severe headaches with
vomiting, lack of energy and drowsiness) usually occurs once therapy is
stopped
How To Manage Side Effects
Dizziness Or Drowsiness
Try
to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any
tools or machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume
excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your dizziness. Consult your
doctor if your dizziness worsens.
Headache
Rest
and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as
water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead
can be beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could
aggravate your headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.
Nausea And Vomiting
Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if your nausea worsens.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
Contraindicated
DEXAVAC
INJECTION is not recommended for use in pregnant women as it may cause
serious harm to the growing baby. Therefore, consult your doctor before
receiving it.
Breastfeeding
Contraindicated
DEXAVAC
INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may
pass through the breast milk and affect the nursing infant. Therefore,
consult your doctor before receiving it.
Driving and Using Machines
Use with Caution
DEXAVAC INJECTION is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or handle any heavy tools or machines.
Alcohol
Consult your doctor
Avoid consumption of alcohol while receiving DEXAVAC INJECTION as it may make you feel drowsier.
Kidney
Use with Caution
DEXAVAC
INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases.
Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.
Liver
Use with Caution
DEXAVAC
INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases.
Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.
Allergy
Contraindicated
Talk to your doctor before receiving DEXAVAC INJECTION if you are allergic to Dexamethasone.
Heart Disease
Use with Caution
DEXAVAC
INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with heart problems
(such as recent heart attack or heart failure). Therefore, consult your
doctor before receiving it.
Use In Pediatrics
Monitoring required
DEXAVAC
INJECTION should be used in children and adolescents (aged below 18
years) only if prescribed by the physician. Therefore, consult your
doctor for advice before receiving it.
Use In Geriatrics
Use with Caution
DEXAVAC
INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65
years or above). Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.
Others
DEXAVAC INJECTION is not recommended for use if you:
- have any serious infection that affects the whole body
- have any bone or joint problems
- have infections in the joints
- are about to get vaccinated (live-virus vaccine)
Before receiving DEXAVAC INJECTION, inform your doctor if you:
- currently have or previously had depression, bipolar disorder or any other mental illnesses
- have a family history of mental problems
- have diabetes or a family history of diabetes
- have fits
- have or have a family history of glaucoma
- have viral or fungal infections of the eyes
- have hypertension (high blood pressure)
- have underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism)
- have malaria affecting the brain
- have or had been in contact with someone who has chickenpox, measles or shingles
- have any muscle problems (Ex. myasthenia gravis)
- have osteoporosis (brittle bones)
- have pheochromocytoma (a rare tumor of the adrenal glands)
- have stomach ulcer or other serious stomach or intestinal problems
- have or had tuberculosis
- have
symptoms of tumour lysis syndrome (such as muscle cramping, muscle
weakness, confusion, visual loss or disturbances and shortness of
breath) - are scheduled for any upcoming surgery (including dental surgery)
- have any parasitic infection
- have Cushing’s disease
- have brain injury due to trauma
- have had stroke or any unusual stress
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before receiving DEXAVAC INJECTION, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:
- aminoglutethimide or cyclophosphamide (used for managing cancer)
- anticoagulants (used for blood thinning) such as acenocoumarol, phenindione and warfarin
- medicines used to manage bacterial infections (Ex. isoniazid, erythromycin, clarithromycin and troleandomycin)
- medicines used to manage diabetes (Ex. metformin, glipizide)
- non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (used for fever and pain relief) such as aspirin, ibuprofen
- medicines used to manage epilepsy (such as carbamazepine, phenytoin and primidone)
- ephedrine (used for cough)
- medicines used to manage HIV infections such as ritonavir, cobicistat
- medicines used to manage fungal infection (such as ketoconazole, amphotericin B, itraconazole)
- diuretics (used to manage edema and hypertension) Ex. furosemide, chlorothiazide, hydrochlorothiazide
- rifampicin and rifabutin (used to manage tuberculosis)
- carbenoxolone (used to manage mouth ulcer)
- anti-cholinergic medicines used to manage myasthenia gravis (such as distigmine and neostigmine)
- acetazolamide (a medicine used to manage glaucoma or edema)
Overdosage:
DEXAVAC
INJECTION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a
hospital and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult
your doctor or nurse if you experience any unusual symptoms.
| Weight | 25 g |
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