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Dexamthesone in covid positive patient

2021-06-15 16:55:11
Can I take 0.5mg Tab Dexamthasone for few episodes of difficulty in breathing, sudden heaviness, coldness in chest? It passes away after sometime. I am suffering from covid.
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Have a consult...not everything will be relieved by steroid

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Steroids to be taken with caution. Only when dr prescribes.i feel ,it should not be available on the counter.pl consult online with Pulmonologist.

Answered2021-06-18 16:02:17

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There are much more refined treatment options based on your symptoms. Some additional medications may be helpful in reducing your symptoms.
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Consult a pulmonologist for optimizing medications.

Answered2021-06-16 19:10:47

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Hey Come to private online consultation urgently.

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