Dexamethasone (Systemic) and Eskalith

• 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 corticosteroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Dexamethasone is used to treat many different inflammatory conditions such as allergic disorders and skin conditions.

Dexamethasone is also used to treat ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, and breathing disorders.

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

• Generic Name: lithium
• Dosage Forms: capsules, controlled-release tablets
• Other Brand Names: Eskalith, Lithobid, Lithonate, Lithotabs, Eskalith-CR

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