Dexamethasone injection and Methylphenidate Extended-Release Tablets

• Generic Name: dexamethasone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Baycadron, Decadron, Dexamethasone Intensol, DexPak, TaperDex, Zema-Pak, ZoDex, Zonacort, DexPak 10 Day Taperpak, DexPak 13 DayTaperpak, DexPak 6 DayTaperpak, De-Sone LA, Dexacen-4, Dexasone, Dexasone LA, Solurex, Solurex LA

Dexamethasone is a steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Dexamethasone is used to treat many different conditions such as allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, breathing disorders, eye conditions, blood cell disorders, leukemia, multiple sclerosis, inflammation of the joints or tendons, and problems caused by low adrenal gland hormone levels.

Dexamethasone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: methylphenidate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Adhansia XR, Aptensio XR, Concerta, Cotempla XR-ODT, Jornay PM, Metadate CD, Metadate ER, Methylin, QuilliChew ER, Quillivant XR, Relexxii, Ritalin, Ritalin LA, Ritalin SR, Daytrana, Methylin ER

• It is used to treat attention deficit problems with hyperactivity.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.