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What Is The Side Effect Of Diprofos Injection?
hi, I suffer from ulcerative colitis for over 17 years and for the past few years I have been suffering from severe skin rashes and urtacaria that was diagnosed as chronic. the doctor advised me to take diprofos injection which I have tried before. it helped but did not last fro long. i have taken it many times but with intervals, now I am having terrible urtcaria and considerign to take a diprofos injection, can you kindly advise what are teh side effects
Wed, 24 May 2023
Hi,
Diprofos injection contains the active ingredient betamethasone, which is a type of corticosteroid. As with all medications, diprofos injection can have potential side effects, some of which may include:
- Increased risk of infections
- Increased blood sugar levels
- Increased appetite and weight gain
- Fluid retention and swelling
Mood changes or mental health problems, such as anxiety and depression
- Osteoporosis or weakening of bones with long-term use
- Skin thinning, bruising, or discoloration
- Adrenal suppression, which can affect the body's ability to respond to stress or illness
It is important to follow your doctor's instructions when taking the diprofos injection and to report any side effects you experience. Your doctor may recommend alternate treatments or adjust the dose and frequency of the medication to minimize the risk of side effects. Additionally, they may recommend regular monitoring of your blood sugar levels, bone density, and other health parameters to ensure the medication is safe for you to use.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Diprofos injection contains the active ingredient betamethasone, which is a type of corticosteroid. As with all medications, diprofos injection can have potential side effects, some of which may include:
- Increased risk of infections
- Increased blood sugar levels
- Increased appetite and weight gain
- Fluid retention and swelling
Mood changes or mental health problems, such as anxiety and depression
- Osteoporosis or weakening of bones with long-term use
- Skin thinning, bruising, or discoloration
- Adrenal suppression, which can affect the body's ability to respond to stress or illness
It is important to follow your doctor's instructions when taking the diprofos injection and to report any side effects you experience. Your doctor may recommend alternate treatments or adjust the dose and frequency of the medication to minimize the risk of side effects. Additionally, they may recommend regular monitoring of your blood sugar levels, bone density, and other health parameters to ensure the medication is safe for you to use.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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