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Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin is used -
Common
Is the use of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin on kidneys.
What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin on the Liver?
Information about safety of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin on heart. So it is not known whether taking Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin will cause side effects on heart or not.
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin.
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin works by suppressing body's normal immune response to inflammation which is responsible for symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. This results in decreased inflammation and provides relief from the symptoms associated with it.
Yes, use of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin for long-term can result in weight gain due to increased appetite and fluid retention which causes weight gain in the patient, if the drug is taken in form of a tablet.
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin should be ideally taken with food after evening. It has been observed that food has minimal significance in the drug absorption. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
Yes, long-term use of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin can cause high blood pressure because Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin can increase sodium levels in your body as well as fluid retention can cause an increase in blood pressure.
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin comes as a tablet and solution and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (BP), ulcerative colitis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, and peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin.
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