Hemady Dosage
Generic name: DEXAMETHASONE 20mg
Dosage form: tablet
Drug class: Glucocorticoids
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 23, 2024.
Recommended Dosage
The recommended dosage of HEMADY is 20 mg or 40 mg, orally, once daily, on specific days depending on the treatment regimen. Refer to the Prescribing Information of the other anti-myeloma products used in combination with HEMADY for specific HEMADY dosing. HEMADY can be administered with or without food.
Dose Modification for Elderly Patients
Dose-reduction for HEMADY is recommended for elderly patients, due to increased toxicity in these patients. Refer to the Prescribing Information of the other anti-myeloma products used as part of a combination regimen with HEMADY, for dosing recommendations in elderly patients.
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