Question 1

are severity of side effects correlated to dosage of dexamethazone (in a ganglian impar block)?  or are they likely to be fixed with any amount?

Accepted Answer

Most dose dependent: Most reactions to steroid are dose dependent; which is not to say you can not have a severe reaction with a small dose, but rather that the higher the dose the more the reaction in general.

Question 2

my daughter was diagnosed with croup earlier this week, and given dexamethazone. she now has a rattling chest and cough, is this normal with croup?

Accepted Answer

Not unusual: Viral croup causes inflammation of the lining of larynx, trachea, and bronchi resulting in laryngotracheobronchitis.

Question 3

i am 70,male; have dry cough for the last 20-25 years. now anti-allergic dont work. i started dexamethazone tablets 1mg b.i.d, for last 2 months, it controlled. reducing to 1 mg daily, cough comes back. is 2 mg daily safe: covid- immunity fears?

Accepted Answer

: Consult a pulmonologist for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment. You may have an asthma equivalent problem without the wheezing component especially since dexamethasone has been effective. Inhalers may be recommended. . Studies like a chest ct scan or bronchoscopy may be recommended only if necessary.. 2 mgs dexamethasone isn't too heavy a dose.

Question 4

if dexamethazone injection was given at 30 weeks of gestation for suspected preterm labour, should it be repeated if delivery is planned at 36+6 by cs?

Accepted Answer

Can be : Most studies show that a repeat dose is not needed. Some doctors prefer to repeat a dose.

Question 5

what are the uses for dexamethasone?

Accepted Answer

Steroid: Dexamethasone is a steroid and is used for suppressing inflammation, such as in an arthritic knee or an inflammed airway or sinus.

Question 6

what is the use of dexamethasone tablet 0.5mg?

Accepted Answer

Many uses: Dexamethasone is a member of the glucocorticoid class of steroid drugs, and has many uses in a variety of disorders. It has anti-inflammatory effects and suppresses the immune system's activity. Which disorder is of concern?

Question 7

what are the special requirements for a dexamethasone testing?

Accepted Answer

Cushing synd. types: Dexamethasone suppression test is done to differentiate varies types of cushing syndrome response of gland to acth  ( pituitary axis )by measuring cortisol  levels like  a) primary adrenal cushing b) ectopic acth production  c) cushing's disease by pituitary tumor an MRI needed.

Question 8

how long does one injection of dexamethasone stays in the system ?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Dosage, location
but usually brief duration!

Question 9

would dexamethasone prematurely stop growth in a teen if taken in small doses?

Accepted Answer

Maybeif not watched: Dexamethasone is an antiflmmatory steroid. It be used orally in the past for asthma and is still use for short peroids of time for asthma, croup, poison ivy, ect.Used over entende periods of time slows the growth velocity and thus should be monitored. Children who have chronic inflammatory or autoimmune diseases may have to take steroids for extended periods weigh the risk benefit ratio.

Question 10

how long does 10 mg of dexamethasone stay in your system for? if it was through an iv?

Accepted Answer

36-54hrs: The “half-life” of dexamethasone is 36-54 hrs.

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Are severity of side effects correlated to dosage of dexamethazone (in a ganglian impar block)? or are they likely to be fixed with any amount?

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My daughter was diagnosed with croup earlier this week, and given dexamethazone. she now has a rattling chest and cough, is this normal with croup?

A member asked:

I am 70,male; have dry cough for the last 20-25 years. now anti-allergic dont work. i started dexamethazone tablets 1mg b.i.d, for last 2 months, it controlled. reducing to 1 mg daily, cough comes back. is 2 mg daily safe: covid- immunity fears?

A member asked:

If dexamethazone injection was given at 30 weeks of gestation for suspected preterm labour, should it be repeated if delivery is planned at 36+6 by cs?

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What are the uses for dexamethasone?

A member asked:

What is the use of dexamethasone tablet 0.5mg?

A member asked:

What are the special requirements for a dexamethasone testing?

A member asked:

How long does one injection of dexamethasone stays in the system ?

A member asked:

Would dexamethasone prematurely stop growth in a teen if taken in small doses?

A member asked:

How long does 10 mg of dexamethasone stay in your system for? if it was through an iv?

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