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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Corticosteroids, like dexamethasone and prednisone, are staple drugs that almost every myeloma patient will take. They are the drugs that patients love to hate.They can make us hyper-crazy with energy, neurotic, and quick to anger. These steroids can mess with blood sugar levels; once the dose is complete, it can make us "crash." So why can't we stop taking dex and move on to something else? It's simple. It works well alone and in combination with other myeloma drugs. So how do they work, and why are they used in myeloma? Here's a little more about this important class of drugs:What Type of Drug is Dexamethasone? Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Dexamethasone is used to treat many different inflammatory conditions such as allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, or breathing disorders. And, yes, multiple myeloma. Source: Drugs.comMore on CorticosteroidsCorticosteroids, such as dexamethasone and prednisone, are an important part of the treatment of multiple myeloma. They can be used alone or combined with other drugs as a part of treatment. Corticosteroids are also used to help decrease the nausea and vomiting that chemo may cause. Common side effects of these drugs include: High blood sugar Increased appetite and weight gain Problems sleeping Changes in mood (some people become irritable or “hyper”)When used for a long time, corticosteroids also suppress the immune system. This leads to an increased risk of serious infections. They can also weaken bones. How
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