How should Dexamethasone be used and what is the dosage?
Dexamethasone can be administered through infusion or injection. As each patient's condition and age vary, the dosage needs to be determined based on individual circumstances. Generally, it takes effect within 12 to 36 hours after administration, and is mainly used to treat tuberculosis, viral infections, and other diseases. However, patients with glaucoma and hypertension are advised not to use dexamethasone.
Dexamethasone is a hormone medication, and its dosage and administration are related to individual factors such as the patient's cause of illness and age. The medication has many side effects, especially when used for a long time. It has minimal impact on the body and should be administered in the appropriate dosage and method under the guidance of the attending physician.
Dexamethasone is primarily used to treat allergic, autoimmune, and inflammatory diseases. However, it should not be used for extended periods to avoid developing dependence.
Long-term use of dexamethasone can easily lead to disorders in substance metabolism and water-salt metabolism, resulting in obesity, moon face, osteoporosis, hypocalcemia, hypokalemia, hyperglycemia, liver and kidney function damage, and other complications. Additionally, it is not suitable for patients with glaucoma, hypertension, thrombosis, gastric and duodenal ulcers, mental illness, electrolyte metabolism disorders, and other conditions.
