Duopharma Dexalone (Dexamethasone) 0.5mg Tablet

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Overview

Duopharma Dexalone 0.5mg Tablet is a prescription-only medicine (POM) that contains Dexamethasone 0.5mg. It is supplied as a tablet and is dispensed in Malaysia only against a valid prescription issued by a registered doctor.

Under Malaysian rules for prescription medicines, this page carries product, safety and handling information only. Your doctor or pharmacist will explain whether this medicine is suitable for you, the dose you should take, and how long you should take it.

On DoctorOnCall, Duopharma Dexalone 0.5mg Tablet is reviewed by a licensed doctor through an online consultation and dispensed by a registered pharmacist before delivery. Always follow the instructions on your prescription label and the package insert supplied with the product, and do not share this medicine with anyone else.

Directions for Use

Take Duopharma Dexalone 0.5mg Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor, generally with or after food to reduce stomach upset. If you have been prescribed a tapering schedule (gradually reducing the dose), follow it precisely and do not adjust the dose or stop the medicine on your own.

Dosage

The dose of Duopharma Dexalone 0.5mg Tablet varies widely depending on the condition being treated, from a single dose for acute use to a short tapering course for longer-term conditions. Your doctor will individualise the dose, frequency, and duration of treatment for your specific condition.

Storage Instructions

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.

Side Effects

  • Increased appetite and weight gain
  • Difficulty sleeping (insomnia), especially if taken later in the day
  • Mood changes, restlessness, or irritability
  • Increased blood sugar levels, particularly with longer-term use
  • Serious: signs of infection that seem masked or unusually severe, black or bloody stools, or severe mood or behavioural changes require prompt medical attention

Contraindications

  • Known hypersensitivity to dexamethasone or any ingredient in this product
  • Systemic fungal infections
  • Live vaccines should not be given during treatment with immunosuppressive doses
  • Caution in uncontrolled diabetes, active peptic ulcer disease, or severe infections, as dexamethasone may mask or worsen these conditions

Drug / Food Interactions

  • NSAIDs (e.g. ibuprofen, diclofenac) may increase the risk of stomach ulcers or bleeding when combined
  • May reduce the effectiveness of diabetes medicines by raising blood sugar – monitoring and dose adjustment may be needed
  • Certain antifungals and some antibiotics can increase dexamethasone blood levels
  • May reduce the effect of some vaccines and increase infection risk, especially with live vaccines

Quick Tips

  • Do not stop this medicine abruptly after more than a few days of use – your doctor will advise on tapering the dose gradually
  • Take with or after food to help reduce stomach upset
  • Monitor for signs of infection, as this medicine can mask the usual warning symptoms
  • Watch for changes in mood, sleep, or blood sugar, especially with longer courses
  • Carry a steroid treatment card or inform other healthcare providers that you are taking this medicine

Ingredients / Active Ingredients

  • Dexamethasone 0.5mg

Safety Advice

Pregnancy

Use With Care

This medicine should be used cautiously during pregnancy. Monitoring may be required.

Breastfeeding

No Data

No data available regarding safety during breastfeeding.

Kidney

Use With Care

Use cautiously. Dose adjustment or monitoring may be required.

Liver

Use With Care

Use cautiously. Liver function monitoring may be required.

Alcohol

Use With Care

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with this medicine.

Driving

Use With Care

Use caution while driving until you know how this medicine affects you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Product Specifications

BrandDuopharma
ManufacturerDuopharma
ClassificationPrescription medicine
Ingredients / Active IngredientsDexamethasone
Pack Size10s
Shelf LifeUse this product before the expiry date stated on the packaging. Do not use the medicine if the expiry date has passed.

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