DexPak Jr and Methitest
Determining the interaction of DexPak Jr and Methitest and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Using methylTESTOSTERone together with dexamethasone may increase water retention and swelling. This may be of particular concern if you have high blood pressure or heart, kidney, or liver problems. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. Your doctor may be able to prescribe alternatives that do not interact, or you may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:MONITOR: Concomitant use of androgens with adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) or corticosteroids may result in increased fluid retention and edema due to additive steroidal effects.
MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised if androgens are used in combination with ACTH or corticosteroids, particularly in patients with conditions that may be aggravated by fluid retention such as cardiovascular, renal, or hepatic diseases.
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- "Product Information. AndroGel (testosterone)." Unimed Pharmaceuticals, Buffalo Grove, IL.
Generic Name: dexamethasone
Brand name: Baycadron, Dexamethasone Intensol, DexPak 10 Day Taperpak, DexPak 13 DayTaperpak, DexPak 6 DayTaperpak, De-Sone LA, Dexacen-4, Dexasone, Dexasone LA, Solurex, Solurex LA, Decadron, DexPak, TaperDex, Zema-Pak, ZoDex, Zonacort
Synonyms: DexPak 10 Day Taperpak, DexPak 10 Day TaperPak
Generic Name: methyltestosterone
Brand name: Android, Methitest, Testred, Virilon, Android-10, Android-25, Oreton Methyl
Synonyms: n.a.
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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- DexPak Jr-Methocarbamol Injection
- DexPak Jr-Methocarbamol Tablets
- DexPak Jr-Methohexital
- DexPak Jr-Methotrexate
- DexPak Jr-Methotrexate injection
- Methitest-Dexrazoxane
- Methitest-Dexrazoxane Hydrochloride
- Methitest-Dexrazoxane Intravenous
- Methitest-Dextenza Insert
- Methitest-Dextenza intraocular
- Methitest-Dextran 40