Having AFib puts you at high risk of having a stroke. When you have atrial fibrillation (AFib), your risk of stroke is 5 times higher than someone without AFib. Learning this may be concerning, but staying informed about your condition can help you. You need to take this risk very seriously, because:
Dexamethasone in various formulations (phosphate, alcohol) is the most widely used ophthalmic corticosteroid and has proven an effective treatment for ocular inflammation even after cataract surgery. In vitro, the alcohol form of 1 mg/ml dexamethasone is 15 times stronger than the corresponding phosphate.
Dexamethasone belongs to a class of medicines known as corticosteroids (more commonly called steroids). Your pharmacist will give you a blue steroid treatment card. Carry this with you at all times. If you need any medical treatment, make sure the person treating you knows you are taking dexamethasone.or these reasons, before you start taking dexamethasone it is important that your doctor knows: 1  If you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding. 2  If you have high blood pressure. 3  If you have had a heart attack or have any other heart problems. 4  If you have liver or kidney problems.