Dexamethasone User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Ali...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 26, 2021

For Eczema "Was prescribed ten 4 mg dexamethasone tablets to be taken twice daily as part of treatment for a tooth infection. Only took 5, and an eczema outbreak on the back of my neck I'd had for at least 3 years completely resolved. Now taking the last 5 I had saved months later in hopes of clearing a new outbreak of discoid eczema on the front of my neck, which has already been there in excess of 2 weeks. If it works again, I'll review again since discoid eczema is considered one of the more stubborn types, and I'm unsure what type I had on the back of my neck previously."

• Nik...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 8, 2022

For Inflammatory Conditions "This drug made me feel like I was going crazy. I was on it for a sinus infection. My whole body tingled all over, to the point I was scared to drive I was so numb. I literally took 3 pills, and two days later I still feel this way. Lightheaded, dizzy, legs feel like jello… Will never take again…"

• Bec...
• January 23, 2021

For Bursitis "I had an injection of dexamethasone to my bursitic left hip about 24 hours ago. So far, my only symptom, if you will, is pain relief. The injection also helped tremendously with lower back pain resulting from degenerative disc disease. Yes!"

• Ms ...
• May 1, 2017

Dexamethasone for Inflammatory Conditions "I have MS and a bad back sometimes. I had saved this for a time when the doctor wasn't helping out enough. My left leg started to hurt from my butt to my ankle. Was taking hydrocodone. Eating 3 at a time wasn't doing enough. Started taking Decadron, pain level dropped a lot, but you need to make sure that you're eating food with them. Had no side effects! Wish I had more! Going to ask the doctor."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 30, 2025

For Adrenocortical Insufficiency "So far, the best drug for my condition after pituitary adenoma and partial surgical removal of the pituitary gland. Dexamethasone helps reduce inflammation caused by arthritis more than prednisolone did."

• Bro...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 29, 2021

For Inflammatory Conditions "I had 2 injections of dexamethasone earlier today for pudendal nerve entrapment that has been causing pain in my pelvic area, legs, and feet for the last 5 months. Tried physical therapy and oral anti-inflammatory medications that did not help. Finally resorted to the dexamethasone injections. I have had the sensation that my heart is beating out of my chest, palpitations, shortness of breath, anxiety feeling. No change in my leg and foot pain yet, but it has only been about 8 hours since the injection. I am supposed to get these weekly, but now I am rethinking this. I don't like how this medication makes me feel."

• pat...
• March 18, 2015

Dexamethasone for Inflammatory Conditions "I was also given this through I.V. and started freaking out as well. I got really cold, and my muscles contracted involuntarily, and my teeth started chattering and grinding. My vision got dark around the edges, and I could only see out of pinhole-shaped openings (like looking through the wrong end of a pair of binoculars). I woke up several hours later wrapped in heated blankets."

• Jam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 4, 2021

Dexamethasone for Asthma "Went to the ER for chest pressure and shortness of breath. Got an injection of Decadron and never again will I! Right after the injection, I instantly had a severe panic attack, it's been 2 days since I got the injection, and I've only slept 7 hours within 48 hours. It has caused me severe insomnia, and my heart rate goes sky high. Chest pressure still hasn't subsided, which may be due to high anxiety from this medicine."

• Cin...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 7, 2014

For Inflammatory Conditions "I took medication the first day with food. I was very restless, sweating. I had to change clothes three times. Caused my heart to race. My head was hurting so bad. The reason I was taking medication was to calm down my migraines. I didn't like the medication at all!"

• Dex...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 16, 2021

For Inflammatory Conditions "I was prescribed this for dental surgery. I also found, much to my delight, that my constant shoulder pain disappeared. I slept right through the night, waking early and completely refreshed. And all day long, I had so much energy and I felt more positive than I have felt in months."

• Lin...
• December 29, 2014

For Nausea/Vomiting, Chemotherapy Induced "When I started chemo again for the third time, I was surprised that I had a lot more issues with nausea and loss of appetite, and also fatigue than I did with the other chemos. The previous times I only had 2 days of loss of appetite. Now I was experiencing 4-5 days of stomach upset, acid reflux, and extreme fatigue. My chemo is Carboplatin and Gemzar. I tried other nausea medicines that weren't very effective or made me very drowsy. The Dexamethasone 4 mg dose - 1 pill in the morning, did the trick. My doctor also gave me a pill for indigestion. I could eat anything and wasn't tired. I know I can't stay on it for very long, but I hope it will be OK for the next 9 weeks I have left of chemo."

• TJa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 9, 2019

Dexamethasone for Inflammatory Conditions "Had this steroid (Decadron) in addition to an antibiotic shot yesterday for an upper respiratory infection. Headache (migraine) started within 2 hours and has not disappeared to this point. I've taken these same meds before without reaction but don't think I will again."

• Red...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 15, 2019

For Inflammatory Conditions "I am on dexamethasone 4 mg, twice a day. I am on day 5 of 7. The last 2 days I have been nauseous, hot/cold, and fatigued. However, my condition seems to have improved (carpal tunnel/ulnar neuropathy)."

• Jin...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 26, 2022

For Inflammatory Conditions "I believe this drug is very helpful for individuals who have adrenal issues, like Addison’s disease, etc. For me, the results have been quite mixed. I have had ongoing piriformis syndrome for the past 9 months. I’ve had four trigger point injections with dexamethasone (10 mg). After the first injection, I felt good - my pain went down to almost zero, and I had good energy. I did have some insomnia and increased urination, increased appetite - which resolved. Fast forward to this past month - I had a trigger point injection on 2/25/2022 at 9:15 a.m., and by 2:00 p.m. was feeling very fatigued. I thought it was because I had a busy day. That evening, I was both a bit anxious and tired - and I had trouble getting to sleep. However, the next morning (today), I felt like I took a large dose of Valium. So fatigued this morning, I could not get out of bed - forced myself to. I feel a combination of anxiety and fatigue and a flat mood. It’s effective for nerve pain, but side effects for sure!"

• Luu...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 25, 2016

For Nausea/Vomiting, Chemotherapy Induced "I have a brain tumor, and it did the job it had to do, but the side effects were horrendous! Gained 10 kg in 1 month! Moon face, which made me unrecognizable, feeling of depression! Very outspoken to my family, which is totally unlike me! Have been off them for 2 months now, haven't lost any of the weight yet, but my body is starting to deflate, feel like I have mainly water retention."

• Hel...
• January 24, 2022

For Multiple Myeloma "Initially was taking ten 4 mg once a week. Also on Revlimid and a chemo shot once a week. Could hardly stand and walk. Finally told Dr. I was ready to quit it all and just let it take its course, at which point he told me to stop the dexamethasone. Felt better within 24 hours. Six weeks later, he put me back on 3, 4 mg, once a week. Day 4 each week, I start feeling almost good again, but the weakness and fatigue resume the day I take it. Also, an overall feeling of just feeling bad. Don't know how much longer I'm willing to do this. Medically, it's working, but wonder each time if it's really worth it."

• grh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 20, 2015

For Inflammatory Conditions "I have mixed connective tissue disease, with rheumatoid symptoms. I have severe back pain due to degenerative arthritis of the spine. About every three months, I get an 80 mg Depo Medrol IM injection. Works wonders to knock out the inflammation. I went to my doctor to get an injection - I was in severe pain - the nurse gave me Dexamethasone 10 mg IM instead. My first reaction was acute euphoria - my daughter said I acted like I was drunk - and this lasted about 10 minutes. Then I had something I can only describe as confusion, and the pain came back, and it was worse than ever. I felt terrible for days. I reported this to my doctor and the NP, who were very cavalier and said that it should have worked the same."

• Wen...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 9, 2016

For Inflammatory Conditions "I have CIDP - currently taking dexamethasone 40 mg (yes, forty mg) daily over 4 consecutive days of the month. Side effects are horrendous, though thankfully my condition is improving. Insomnia, weight gain, swollen legs and feet, blurred vision, agitation, increased appetite, and flushed face are the most debilitating, but only last for 6 days after finishing the last dose. Treatment plan is 6 months, I am on my fourth dose, and as the months go on, the side effects are getting worse. Would I accept this treatment again... probably not, but it does help my condition."

• Use...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 30, 2023

Dexamethasone for Epicondylitis, Tennis Elbow "Was prescribed this by pill for chronic inflammation in the elbow (tendinitis). Dr. said to take a ½ pill (4 mg) for 3 days. Couldn’t make it past the first dose, within hours, I was cramping, bloated, and had abdominal pain, and then the dreaded “d” word. Have had rectal bleeding and will see a specialist tomorrow to find out if this one dose wreaked all of this havoc. Pretty sure I know the answer! This stuff is wicked!"

• Wan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 1, 2022

For Sarcoidosis "Dexamethasone 4 mg (equivalent to 25 mg of Prednisone) has been effective in reducing inflammation considerably within four months, in conjunction with Humira. Side effects were less than Prednisone, and tapering to stop the dosage of Dexamethasone is taking place over a month. Humira will continue indefinitely. The patient is highly sensitive to Prednisone, and a high dose would not have been tolerated. While the high dose of Dexamethasone did cause side effects mentally and physically, it was able to be tapered to 1 mg within 2 months due to rapidly reducing inflammation."

• Bla...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 1, 2023

For Inflammatory Conditions "I was prescribed a high dosage of Dex for what they originally thought was Crohn's, which turned out to be lupus. Unfortunately, the Dex ruined my life. When I tried to stop taking it, I experienced convulsions in my legs. Initially, I thought it was a symptom of the illness, but it turned out to be the steroid. Despite being a 5'2" athletic woman, I gained 200 pounds over the ten months they had me on it. I developed Cushing's syndrome, resulting in a 'moon face' and a hump on my back. The doctors were unable to pull off a tapering schedule, so I did it myself, slowly. What started as adrenal fatigue soon became adrenal insufficiency. I lost my hair and suffered kidney damage/failure. Dexamethasone psychosis developed, causing me to hallucinate. I also experienced bone loss and excruciating pain while walking. There were times when I couldn't even walk at all. Eventually, I developed kidney failure, and I was swelling so much that I got an impinged nerve. Despite losing the 200 pounds after a slow self-directed taper that almost killed me, I have significant scarring, and the nerve damage was permanent."

• All...
• February 9, 2010

Dexamethasone for Allergic Rhinitis "Although I have to go to the doctor and get an injection for this medication to work optimally, it does work wonderfully when I am having an acute allergy attack. I end up getting the shot about once a year in the early spring. This medication should be a last resort after other things have been exhausted and is only safe as an injection about every six months. When my eyes, ears, nose, and throat all become involved and inflamed, I know it is time to get a Decadron shot."

• Anonymous
• April 4, 2011

For Inflammatory Conditions "Dexamethasone for inflammatory conditions: As one of the previous participants stated, it did wonders. However, the first week experienced extreme pain and then to have a metallic mouth - everything tastes bad. Otherwise, not experiencing what others seem to be. Don't know if I would want this shot again - it's been 2 weeks, and the metallic mouth seems to be getting worse - hopefully, it won't last much longer."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 12, 2022

Dexamethasone for Rheumatoid Arthritis "Was prescribed to use 3x per day for 4 days to help alleviate inflammation from my jaw arthritis. While it helped a bit with the jaw pain, AVOID. I had the most vicious, debilitating, and devastating panic attacks of my entire life, including uncontrollable shaking. Had to stop after 2.5 days due to those side effects. Absolutely horrible."

• Mrs...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 10, 2019

For Inflammatory Conditions "I was given this drug because of the unbearable pain my back condition (herniated discs (4) & spinal stenosis) was causing. I could tell on the second day, and by day 3, I was nearly pain-free. I couldn't believe it. Unfortunately, during the taper, my pain came back, and I was again bedridden and crippled. The steroid back shots did little to nothing for me, and when I went in for my 'post-op' appointment to see how the back shots worked, I had to beg and plead for this prescription. Again, it's working like a miracle, though I know it's just a band-aid until I can see the surgeon. Why is it so hard to get a prescription for this med?"