Dexamethasone is harmless to the body. It has a wide range of applications, strong effects and obvious curative effects. It is a commonly used glucocorticoid in the rescue of allergic diseases, shock, endocrine crisis and other acute and severe cases. All play a key role and are indispensable drugs in clinical practice. Just pay attention to the contraindications for use:

1. Patients with hypertension, hyperthrombosis, gastroduodenal ulcer, mental illness, abnormal electrolyte metabolism, myocardial infarction, visceral surgery, glaucoma, etc. are generally not suitable for use. Weigh the pros and cons before using in special circumstances. However, attention should be paid to the possibility of worsening of the condition.

2. Patients with tuberculosis, acute bacterial or viral infections should use with caution. If necessary, appropriate anti-tuberculosis and anti-infective treatment must be given.

3. After long-term medication, the dosage should be gradually reduced before stopping the medication.

4. Patients with diabetes, osteoporosis, liver cirrhosis, renal insufficiency, and hypothyroidism should use with caution.

Extended information:

Interactions between dexamethasone and other drugs:

1. Same as barbiturates, phenytoin, and rifampicin After taking it, the metabolic promoting effect of this product will be weakened.

2. Combined with salicylic acid drugs to increase their toxicity.

3. It can weaken the effect of anticoagulants and oral hypoglycemic drugs, and the dosage should be adjusted.

4. Dexamethasone itself has no sodium-retaining or potassium-depleting effect. Combining it with diuretics (except potassium-sparing diuretics) can cause hypokalemia, so attention should be paid to the dosage.

5. If you use adrenocortical hormones in children, you must be very careful. Using hormones can inhibit the growth and development of children. If long-term use is really necessary, short-acting or medium-acting preparations should be used and avoid use. Long-acting dexamethasone preparation. And observe changes in intracranial pressure.

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