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  5. Is facial swelling a known adverse effect of taking dexamethasone (Dexona) and cyproheptadine for appetite stimulation and weight gain, and what are the clinical recommendations for managing this symptom after four weeks of use?

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Is facial swelling a known adverse effect of taking dexamethasone (Dexona) and cyproheptadine for appetite stimulation and weight gain, and what are the clinical recommendations for managing this symptom after four weeks of use?

Asked by Male, 30 · 13 days ago

Yes, facial swelling is a well-known side effect of dexamethasone (Dexona), especially when used for weight gain, as it causes fluid retention. Cyproheptadine can also contribute to this. Since you have been taking these medications for four weeks, it is very important that you do not stop taking dexamethasone suddenly, as your body needs time to adjust. I gently recommend consulting your doctor. They can help you safely and gradually taper down the dose to resolve the swelling.
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