Decadron
Decadron dexamethasone tablets treat inflammatory conditions, allergic states, rheumatoid arthritis and cerebral oedema. This synthetic glucocorticoid is supplied in one strength and several pack sizes. You can compare the price per tablet across options.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5mg | 30 tablets | US$18.90 | US$0.63 |
| 0.5mg | 60 tablets | US$32.40 | US$0.54 |
| 0.5mg | 90 tablets | US$42.30 | US$0.47 |
| 0.5mg | 120 tablets | US$52.80 | US$0.44 |
| 0.5mg | 180 tablets | US$72.00 | US$0.40 |
| 0.5mg | 360 tablets | US$136.80 | US$0.38 |
- Category
- Pain Management
- Active ingredient
- Dexamethasone
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 0.5mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Decadron on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Inflammatory Conditions · Allergic States · Rheumatoid Arthritis · Cerebral Oedema
- Alternative names
- Dexsol
- Therapeutic class
- Corticosteroid
- Pharmacological class
- Glucocorticoid
- Contraindications
- systemic fungal infections; hypersensitivity to corticosteroids
- Minor side effects
- insomnia; increased appetite; mood changes
- Moderate side effects
- fluid retention; hypertension; hyperglycaemia
- Serious side effects
- adrenal suppression, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Aspen
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 1–3 days
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature, away from moisture.
- Drug interactions
- vaccines; rifampicin; antidiabetic agents
- Age restrictions
- Adults and children.
Precautions and warnings
monitor blood sugar; taper dose before discontinuation; may suppress immune response; use caution in patients with history of ulceration
Patient summary
Dexamethasone 0.5mg tablets, used for inflammatory conditions, allergic states, rheumatoid arthritis and cerebral oedema. A potent synthetic glucocorticoid.
Mechanism of action
Decadron is a potent synthetic glucocorticoid. It suppresses inflammation by binding to glucocorticoid receptors, which inhibits the production of inflammatory mediators and reduces immune system activity.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Only if essential. Breastfeeding: Small amounts may enter milk; monitor infant.
Decadron is a tablet containing dexamethasone, a potent synthetic glucocorticoid, supplied in a 0.5mg strength. It is used in inflammatory conditions, allergic states, rheumatoid arthritis and cerebral oedema. Aspen is the originator company, and the medicine also appears under the name Dexsol.
Dexamethasone binds to glucocorticoid receptors, which curbs the production of inflammatory mediators and reduces immune system activity. Effects usually begin within 1–2 hours and last 1–3 days. The dose is tapered before stopping rather than withdrawn suddenly. It is contraindicated in systemic fungal infections and in anyone hypersensitive to corticosteroids, and adrenal suppression requires immediate medical attention.
Ordering Decadron from Malaysia
Pharmacy partners in India ship to Malaysia in discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to a week, and Standard Airmail up to three weeks. Prices show in ringgit by default. Confirm the 0.5mg strength and pack size when you order, and browse pain management for related options.
FAQ
What conditions does Decadron treat?
Decadron contains dexamethasone and is taken for inflammatory conditions, allergic states, rheumatoid arthritis and cerebral oedema. Decadron is a potent synthetic glucocorticoid.
Does Decadron go by other names?
You may also see dexamethasone sold as Dexsol.
What are the possible side effects of Decadron?
The ones people notice most with dexamethasone are insomnia, increased appetite and mood changes. Some people also get fluid retention, hypertension and hyperglycaemia. Rarer but serious: adrenal suppression. That needs urgent medical help.
Is the Decadron here the brand version?
No. Decadron is the original brand from Aspen; we use the name so you can tell which medicine it is. What we send is a generic with the same active ingredient (dexamethasone) at the same dose, usually a well-known Indian branded generic. Which brand you get depends on stock.
How fast does Decadron work?
Dexamethasone usually kicks in within 1 to 2 hours. Timing varies from one person to the next.
What shouldn't I combine with Decadron?
Dexamethasone can interact with vaccines, rifampicin and antidiabetic agents. Before you start Decadron, let your doctor or pharmacist know everything else you take.
How much is Decadron?
It comes down to strength and pack size. Decadron comes in a 0.5mg strength, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets. You'll see the price per tablet for each option above, in ringgit by default or another currency you choose. Bigger packs work out cheaper per tablet. Pay with Bitcoin or Ethereum and you get an extra 10% off.
Can I get Decadron without a prescription here?
Online, yes. MayChemist doesn't ask for a prescription to order Decadron. We're an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy: we place your order and arrange the delivery for you.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Decadron delivered in Malaysia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners send it from India to Malaysia in plain, discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week; Standard Airmail can take up to 3 weeks.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Decadron is the originator brand name, made by Aspen. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Aspen and do not ship the original Decadron.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Dexamethasone) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.