Cushing syndrome, GI ulcers, systemic fungal & herpes virus infections. Patients w/ TB, DM, osteoporosis, mental changes, cardiomyopathy, HTN, renal insufficiency should exercise caution. Avoid vaccination w/ small-pox. Prolonged treatment may produce the usual corticosteroid AR (eg, peptic ulcer, hypokalaemia, infections, CNS effects). Do not administer in pregnancy.
Consider referral to an ophthalmologist if patient presents w/ symptoms (eg, blurred vision or other visual disturbances) for evaluation of possible causes which may include cataract, glaucoma or rare diseases (eg, central serous chorioretinopathy).
May enhance metabolic clearance by phenytoin, barbiturates, ephedrine & rifampicin. Frequently check prothrombin time when co-administered w/ coumarin anticoagulants. Concomitant use w/ K-depleting diuretics.
H02AB02 - dexamethasone ; Belongs to the class of glucocorticoids. Used in systemic corticosteroid preparations. A01AC02 - dexamethasone ; Belongs to the class of local corticosteroid preparations. Used in the treatment of diseases of the mouth.
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