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Detab is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Detab have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Detab. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Detab include Sensitive to light. Some other side effects of Detab have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Detab go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Detab has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Detab has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Detab related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Detab are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Detab with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Detab, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Detab is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult(Male) |
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Adult(Female) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Detab safe for pregnant women?
Detab should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Detab safe during breastfeeding?
Detab should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Detab on the Kidneys?
Detab does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Detab on the Liver?
Side effects of Detab rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Detab on the Heart?
Using Detab does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Detab should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Detab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Detab habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Detab is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Detab can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Detab is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Detab cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Detab
When consumed with certain foods, Detab may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Detab
Information about the interaction of Detab and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Detab can be taken with prednisolone. It effectively relieves from the ace and skin infection. Detab helps to prevent infection while prednisolone helps to reduce inflammation.
No, you can not buy Detab over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
No, Detab should not be given to children under 8 years. It can cause permanent tooth discoloration in children especially under 8 years old.
Detab can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Discontinuing Detab in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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