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Dexadran Injection
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate 4 mg/mL (as dexamethasone phosphate)
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Dexadran Injection is used for severe allergic reactions, acute inflammatory conditions, asthma/COPD exacerbations, autoimmune disorders, cerebral edema, adjunct antiemetic in chemotherapy (as prescribed).
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Key details
Salt: Dexamethasone sodium phosphate 4 mg/mL (as dexamethasone phosphate)
Available variants: injection 2 Ml
Price: ₹11 (₹5.70 per ml)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: Scott Edil Advance Research Laboratories & Education Ltd
Ordering notes
Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Dexadran Injection in Bangladesh
3 brands registered in Bangladesh with the same salt, strength and form.
- DextasonZiska Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- OdesonBeximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Kaliakoir
- Odeson IV/IMBeximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Brand names differ between countries. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor in Bangladesh before switching. We don't sell or ship these brands. Source: Directorate General of Drug Administration, Bangladesh.
Composition of Dexadran Injection
Dexadran Injection contains Dexamethasone sodium phosphate 4 mg/mL (as dexamethasone phosphate). It belongs to the Glucocorticoid class of medicines.
Uses of Dexadran Injection
- Severe allergic reactions
- Acute inflammatory conditions
- Asthma
- COPD exacerbations
- Autoimmune disorders
- Cerebral edema
- Adjunct antiemetic in chemotherapy (as prescribed)
Benefits of Dexadran Injection
- In Inflammation
- Dexadran powerfully suppresses inflammation anywhere in the body, bringing severe swelling, pain and tissue damage under control quickly.
- In Allergic reactions
- Dexadran calms a severe allergic reaction, reducing swelling, rash and breathing difficulty.
- In Autoimmune conditions
- Dexadran dampens the immune system's attack on the body's own tissues, controlling flares of conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and inflammatory bowel disease.
- In Asthma flare
- Dexadran settles the airway inflammation of a severe asthma attack over a few days, restoring normal breathing and preventing the attack from worsening.
How Dexadran Injection works
Dexamethasone is a synthetic glucocorticoid that decreases inflammation by suppressing cytokines and inflammatory mediator release. It also reduces swelling by decreasing capillary leakage and tissue edema.
How to take Dexadran Injection
Administered only by a healthcare professional via IV/IM. Dose is individualized; if used beyond a short course, dose should be tapered. Follow hospital/doctor instructions strictly.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause weight gain, high blood sugar, bone thinning and suppression of the body's own steroid production when it is taken over a prolonged period. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Dexadran Injection
Most side effects of Dexadran are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Hyperglycemia
- indigestion
- fluid retention
- mood changes
- insomnia
- increased appetite
- elevated blood pressure
- injection-site reactions
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Dexadran Injection
- AlcoholCAUTION
- Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingSAFE
- Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.
- LiverCAUTION
- Use with caution if you have liver disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function.
Warnings and precautions
Increases risk of infection and may mask infection symptoms; avoid live vaccines. Long-term use can cause adrenal suppression and bone loss; do not stop suddenly. Use caution in diabetes, hypertension, peptic ulcer, glaucoma, osteoporosis and tuberculosis history.
Do not take Dexadran if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with an untreated systemic infection, except where the steroid is part of the treatment.
Interactions with other medicines
Rifampicin/phenytoin/carbamazepine (decrease effect), ketoconazole/erythromycin (increase effect), NSAIDs (GI ulcer/bleed), warfarin (INR changes), diuretics (hypokalemia), antidiabetic drugs (dose adjustment needed), live vaccines (avoid)
How to store Dexadran Injection
Store below 25°C, protect from light, do not freeze.
Quick tips for Dexadran Injection
- Take the whole daily dose in the morning with food, unless your doctor directs otherwise.
- This suits the body's own rhythm and helps you sleep.
- Carry a steroid card or note if you are on a long course.
- Watch your salt, sugar and weight during the course.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- Scott Edil Advance Research Laboratories & Education Ltd
- Therapeutic class:
- Corticosteroid
- Drug class:
- Glucocorticoid
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Dexadran Injection FAQs
What is Dexadran Injection used for?
Dexadran Injection is commonly used for Severe allergic reactions, acute inflammatory conditions, asthma/COPD exacerbations, autoimmune disorders, cerebral edema, adjunct antiemetic in chemotherapy (as prescribed). Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Dexadran Injection?
Inflammation: Dexadran powerfully suppresses inflammation anywhere in the body, bringing severe swelling, pain and tissue damage under control quickly. It is also used for allergic reactions, autoimmune conditions, asthma flare.
What is the salt in Dexadran Injection?
Dexadran Injection contains Dexamethasone sodium phosphate 4 mg/mL (as dexamethasone phosphate). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Dexadran Injection?
Administered only by a healthcare professional via IV/IM. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Dexadran Injection work?
Dexamethasone is a synthetic glucocorticoid that decreases inflammation by suppressing cytokines and inflammatory mediator release.
Is Dexadran Injection a prescription medicine?
Yes. Dexadran Injection is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Dexadran Injection?
The side effects reported most often with Dexadran are Hyperglycemia, indigestion, fluid retention, mood changes, insomnia. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Dexadran Injection be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Dexadran Injection in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Dexadran.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Dexadran Injection?
Limit alcohol while taking Dexadran Injection; it can worsen the side effects.
What if I miss a dose of Dexadran Injection?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Dexadran Injection habit forming?
No. Dexadran Injection is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Dexadran Injection cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Dexadran Injection starts at ₹11 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in injection 2 Ml. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Dexadran Injection?
Dexadran Injection is manufactured by Scott Edil Advance Research Laboratories & Education Ltd. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Dexadran Injection delivered?
Dexadran Injection is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Dexadran Injection, Quick facts
- Salt
- Dexamethasone sodium phosphate 4 mg/mL (as dexamethasone phosphate)
- Form
- injection
- Price
- ₹11 (₹5.70 per ml)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- Scott Edil Advance Research Laboratories & Education Ltd
- Manufacturer
- Scott Edil Advance Research Laboratories & Education Ltd
- Therapeutic class
- Corticosteroid
- Drug class
- Glucocorticoid
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- injection 2 Ml
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO labeling norms, manufacturer labeling, established medical literature
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Dexadran Injection.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.