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• Q. Polymyxin B Q. What is Polymyxin B? What is it used for??
  Ans: Polymyxin B is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe infections of the skin, soft tissues, heart and blood. It is commonly used to treat critically ill patients who are hospitalized.
• Q. Q. How is Polymyxin B administered??
  Ans: Polymyxin B should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Polymyxin B.
• Q. Q. Is Polymyxin B safe??
  Ans: Polymyxin B is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
• Q. Q. What are the side effects of Polymyxin B??
  Ans: Some common side effects associated with Polymyxin B include reduced urination, breathing problems, numbness, vertigo, blurred vision, facial redness, slurred speech and pain. However, these side effects are usually not bothersome and resolve in some time. If they persist for a longer duration or worry you, consult your doctor.
• Q. Chloramphenicol Q. How long does Chloramphenicol takes to work??
  Ans: Usually, Chloramphenicol starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
• Q. Q. What if I don't get better after using Chloramphenicol??
  Ans: Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
• Q. Q. Can I stop taking Chloramphenicol when my symptoms are relieved??
  Ans: No, do not stop taking Chloramphenicol and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
• Q. Dexamethasone Q. Is Dexamethasone a steroid??
  Ans: Yes, Dexamethasone is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health and wellbeing. Dexamethasone helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling) in the body.
• Q. Q. What is Dexamethasone used for??
  Ans: Dexamethasone has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used to treat conditions like allergic conditions, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory skin diseases. It also aids in treating autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage) and certain eye disorders. Additionally, it is used to treat cancer and nephrotic syndrome when used with other medicines.
• Q. Q. How is Dexamethasone administered??
  Ans: Dexamethasone should be administered by a doctor or under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. Usually, it is given into a muscle (intramuscular), joint (intra-articular), directly into a vein (direct intravenous), infusion or into the area being treated (soft tissue infiltration). The dose will be decided by your doctor based on the condition you are being treated for as well as your body weight. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from Dexamethasone.
• Q. Q. How does Dexamethasone work??
  Ans: Dexamethasone works by reducing the inflammation which helps in treating many illnesses caused due to active inflammation. Also, it stops the reactions known as autoimmune reactions which occur when your body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.
• Q. Q. Is Dexamethasone better than Prednisone??
  Ans: Clinical studies have shown that Dexamethasone is a long-acting glucocorticoid, and it is nearly 6 times more potent than Prednisone. It stays in our body for a longer duration and is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.

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