{"id":19250,"date":"2017-12-17T22:45:29","date_gmt":"2017-12-17T17:15:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=19250"},"modified":"2018-04-26T14:44:32","modified_gmt":"2018-04-26T09:14:32","slug":"celestone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=19250","title":{"rendered":"Celestone Side Effects &#8211; Causes and Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Category: <\/strong>Glucocorticoids<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug Name: <\/strong>Celestone<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>General Usage: <\/strong>Used to suppress various allergic, inflammatory, and autoimmune disorders.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong><em>Brief Info about <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>Celestone in <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>Drug:<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Generic name of this medicine is <em>Betamethasone.<\/em> It is marketed under a brand name known as <em>Celestone.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Betamethasone belongs to a group of medicines known as steroids. It halts the release of inflammation-causing substances in our body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">This medicine is used to cure-<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lupus<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Ulcerative colitis<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Breathing disorders<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Skin conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Arthritis<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Allergic disorders<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Psoriasis<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong><em>Celestone <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>Side<\/em><\/strong><strong><em> Effects Explained Better:<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Each medicine gives us happiness by fighting against an illness but causes side effects as well. In most of the cases unfavorable effects are mild &amp; don\u2019t mean that we have to halt having the drug but sometimes they are detrimental to our body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Steroids medicines make our immune system weak due to which chances of getting infection increases. At times steroids can worsen an infection anywhere in our body or reactivate an infection that you had. So it is mandatory for you to let your doctor know about any infection or illness you have had within the past few days. Don\u2019t forget to inform your doctor if you have a thyroid disorder, history of malaria, liver diseases, diabetes, kidney diseases etc before you start having this medicine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Have a glance at the different types of side effects-<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong><em>Frequent Celestone Side Effects (Commonly Seen)-<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Less serious side effects may include-<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Changes in the shape as well as location of body fat (particularly in your legs, breasts, arms, neck, waist and face)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Insomnia (sleep problems)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Mood changes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Spinning sensation<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Increased sweating<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Slow wound healing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Nausea, stomach pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Acne, thinning skin, dry skin, bruising or discoloration<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Bloating<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Frequent side effects are more likely to occur but these are not detrimental to our body. As they continue for a long time, you should get medical aid right away.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong><em>Infrequent Celestone Side Effects (Professional Point of View)-<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">If you sense any of the following severe side effects, discontinue using this medicine and seek out medical attention right off.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><em>Symptoms of an allergic reaction-<\/em><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Hives<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">swelling of your tongue, face, lips, or throat<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">difficulty breathing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Severe depression<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Feeling short of breath<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Convulsions (seizure)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Rapid weight gain, swelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Problems with your vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Coughing up blood<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Unusual thoughts or behavior<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Tarry or bloody stools<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><em>Symptoms of pancreatitis-<\/em><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Fast heart rate<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Severe pain in your upper stomach radiating to the back<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Nausea<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Vomiting<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><em>Symptoms of low potassium-<\/em><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Increased urination<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Erratic heart rate<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Extreme thirst<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Muscle weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Confusion<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Leg discomfort<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Limp feeling<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><em>Signs of high blood pressure-<\/em><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Buzzing in your ears<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Blurred vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Shortness of breath<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Anxiety<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Severe headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Confusion<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Seizure<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Chest pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Uneven heartbeats<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong><em>Celestone <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>Overdose Side Effects (Require Immediate Medical Attention)-<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">If you take a little bit large amount of this drug, it will not cause life-threatening symptoms. Here are some symptoms that occur after swallowing a large portion a drug-<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Impotence<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Menstrual problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Changes in the shape as well as location of our body fat ( particularly in waist, your back, face, and neck)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Easy bruising<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Loss of interest in sex<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Increased acne or facial hair<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Thinning skin<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">As soon as you sense these undesired effects that make you feel uncomfortable, you must contact your medical healthcare provider at once.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong><em>Celestone <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>Drug Interaction Side Effects (Due to Reaction with Other drugs)-<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">There is a wide list of drugs that may interact with Celestone but here few of them are mentioned below-<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Cyclosporine (gengraf, sandimmune, neoral)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Aspirin<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">A blood thinner like warfarin (coumadin)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Rifampin (rifadin, rimactane, rifater)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Ketoconazole (nizoral)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">A diuretic or water pill<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Diabetes or insulin medications you take by mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><em>Seizure medications such as-<\/em><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Phenobarbital (solfoton, luminal)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Phenytoin (dilantin)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Drug interaction occurs when the outcome of a particular drug is changed once it is consumed with a different drug, tobacco, alcohol or with another food results in undesirable effects. Report your doctor if you are taking above listed medicines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong><em>Celestone <\/em><\/strong><strong><em>Prolonged Use Side Effects (When Used for Longer Periods)-<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Off course a will affect our body system, if a medicine is taken for a long period of time. Well, no side effects have been seen so far but it does not mean they cannot be appeared. You must visit your doctor regularly to be on the safer side.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Category: Glucocorticoids Drug Name: Celestone General Usage: Used to suppress various allergic, inflammatory, and autoimmune disorders. Brief Info about Celestone in Drug: Generic name of this medicine is Betamethasone. It is marketed under a brand name known as Celestone. Betamethasone belongs to a group of medicines known as steroids. 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