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Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack)

Generic name: dexamethasone [ dex-a-METH-a-sone ]
Brand name: Examples include Decadron Dose Pack and DexPak

Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack) is used for:

Treating certain conditions associated with decreased adrenal gland function. It is also used to treat severe inflammation due to certain conditions, including severe asthma, severe allergies, rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, certain blood disorders, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and certain eye and skin conditions. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack) is a corticosteroid. It works by decreasing or preventing tissues from responding to inflammation. It also modifies the body's response to certain immune stimulation.

Do NOT use Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack) if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack):

Some medical conditions may interact with Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack). Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack). Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack) may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack):

Use Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack) as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack).

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack):

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Difficulty sleeping; feeling of a whirling motion; increased appetite; increased sweating; indigestion; mood changes; nervousness.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); appetite loss; black, tarry stools; changes in menstrual periods; convulsions; depression; diarrhea; dizziness; exaggerated sense of well-being; fever; general body discomfort; headache; increased pressure in the eye; joint or muscle pain; mood swings; muscle weakness; personality changes; prolonged sore throat, cold, or fever; puffing of the face; severe nausea or vomiting; swelling of feet or legs; unusual weight gain; vomiting material that looks like coffee grounds; weakness; weight loss.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately.

Proper storage of Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack):

Store Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack) at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack) out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack) or any other medicine. Only your health care provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for you. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack). It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack). This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from your health care provider. You must talk with your healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using Decadron Dose Pack tablets (dose pack).

Issue Date: June 3, 2015

Further information

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