Dexamethasone Elixir

Dexamethasone Elixir is one of the best medicines that is found in the current pharmaceutical market. This drug has a high reputation among experts in the veterinary field. This medicine is also popular amongst pet owners due to its medicinal properties. The drug Dexamethasone Elixir generally comes in a liquid form. Dexamethasone is made by a group of highly reputable and experienced scientists. Veterinarians generally recommend this type of medicine to pets who are suffering from inflammation-related issues. In recent years pet' health care has become an emerging issue. Cancer can be counted as one of the most severe diseases that is causing a large population of pets to suffer all over the world and the compound Dexamethasone can be used to relieve some of its symptoms. This drug can also be used for the treatment of severe diseases as bowel disorders, arthritis, allergic reactions, myositis, skin diseases such as dermatitis, immune system disorders, stomach bleeding, respiratory diseases such as breathing problems, gastrointestinal diseases, blood or hormone disorders such as high blood sugar, liver disorders, and eye-related problems.

Dexamethasone is not an over-the-counter medicine. This medicine can be bought only through a proper prescription that has been provided by a licensed practicing veterinarian. It has the approval from the federal regulatory body Food and Drug Administration or FDA for short. This medicine can be administered to numerous pets which can include but are not limited to cats, dogs, horses, and cows. Dexamethasone is generally recommended by veterinarians as a prescription medicine for the usage in various pets as an anti-inflammatory agent. This pet medicine is generally available as a bottle that generally contains eight liquid ounces of the medicine. Veterinarians generally recommend the dosage of the drug according to the condition of the pet that is being treated and also their response to the treatment.

While giving any form of medicine to your pets it is recommended that responsible pet owners should always maintain the correct dose of the drug that has been prescribed by the pet's veterinarian. If a pet is suffering from mild inflammation they only need to take 0.1mg to 0.3 mg of dexamethasone per pound of their body weight. When veterinarians are prescribing this medicine for suppressing the pet's immune response the dose gradually increases to 1 to 3 mg per pound of their body weight.

The pet owner has to cautiously use the drug, Dexamethasone while administering it to cats. This is because this drug can cause diabetes mellitus in cats if not controlled properly. This medicine should also be administered carefully to pets who are suffering from bacterial or fungal infections, kidney disease, and heart disease. Caution has to be maintained while administering this drug to young pets and pregnant or lactating mothers as it can negatively affect the growth of the young animals. If any adverse effects are found on the pets after the intake of the medicine veterinarians can change the prescription to other drugs.

When Dexamethasone is administered to pets the effect of the drug may vary from pet to pet due to different circumstances of their diseases. Normally when a pet is administered 0.15 milligrams of Dexamethasone per two pounds of their body weight, it starts taking effect within thirty minutes of its administration. To completely take effect the drug may take approximately four hours. If no improvement has been found in the pet's health even after the administration of the medicine, it is recommended to immediately contact the pet's veterinarian for proper medical advice.

Dexamethasone is a type of steroid that works for a longer period. This drug also has a strong and potent medicinal effect. The first daily dosage of the drug can vary between 0.75 to 9 mg as it generally depends on the condition of the creature that is being treated. It is important to note that the medicine Dexamethasone when administered to pets can work as an effective glucocorticoid. Glucocorticoid is a type of corticosteroid that can be classified as a steroid hormone. Glucocorticoids mainly work by binding themselves to the glucocorticoid receptors which are generally present in almost all the cells of vertebrate animals. The medicine functions by suppressing the immune system of the pets, this also reduces the inflammation present throughout their body. The effect of this drug is very limited on the nervous system of any animal.

If Dexamethasone is administered to pets in a higher dosage for a longer period they can show some serious symptoms. These symptoms can include but are not limited to physical stress, mood swings, change in body fat, increased acne, thinning skin, impotence, and problems during the menstrual period.