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Dec (Hiquem) Benefits & Uses

Dec (Hiquem) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Dec (Hiquem) Dosage & How to Take

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

Dec (Hiquem) Related Warnings

Is the use of Dec (Hiquem) safe for pregnant women?

Dec (Hiquem) has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Dec (Hiquem) without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Dec (Hiquem) safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Dec (Hiquem) in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Dec (Hiquem) on the Kidneys?

Dec (Hiquem) may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dec (Hiquem) on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Dec (Hiquem) on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Dec (Hiquem) on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Dec (Hiquem). If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Dec (Hiquem) with Other Drugs

Dec (Hiquem) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Chloroquine

Quinine

Mefloquine

Dec (Hiquem) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dec (Hiquem) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Allergy
Epilepsy
Eye Disorders

Frequently asked Questions about Dec (Hiquem)

Is this Dec (Hiquem) habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Dec (Hiquem) is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Dec (Hiquem) does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Dec (Hiquem) is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Dec (Hiquem) is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Dec (Hiquem) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dec (Hiquem)

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Dec (Hiquem) with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dec (Hiquem)

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Dec (Hiquem).

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Dec (Hiquem)

Question about 5 years ago

How does Dec (Hiquem) work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Dec (Hiquem) alters the muscular activity of the filaria, also alters its surface membranes making it more susceptible to the host. The destruction of organisms and release of antigens can lead to toxicity and produce an inflammatory reaction which may be present in the form of severe itching, rash, edema, hypotension, fever, presence of protein in urine, painful joints, swollen or enlarged lymph nodes, and abnormal enlargement of the spleen. These complications can be lessened by pre-treatment with corticosteroids.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Dec (Hiquem)?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Dec (Hiquem) belongs to a group of medicines known as anthelmintics which are used against the parasitic worms. It is used against the larval and adult forms of parasitic worms which give rise to lymphatic filariasis. Lymphatic filariasis is a disorder in which the legs, arms, male genitals and female breasts may get swollen and disfigured. It kills adult worms of Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi and B. timori. It is also used against topical pulmonary eosinophilia [Also known as Loeffler syndrome, pulmonary eosinophilia is a temporary and a rare disorder characterized by the accumulation of eosinophils (a type of white blood cells) in the lungs] and loiasis (Also known as African eye worm, loiasis is caused by parasite Loa loa. The parasite is passed on to humans through the repeated bites of the deer flies). The infection leads to itchy swellings of the body.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Dec (Hiquem) used for the treatment of ocular onchocerciasis?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Dec (Hiquem) is not used for the treatment of ocular onchocerciasis because of the fear of antigen-antibody inflammatory reaction. Ivermectin is now used of the treatment of ocular onchocerciasis. Onchocerciasis is also known African River Blindness. It is caused by O. volvulus and it can lead to severe visual impairment.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Dec (Hiquem) cause eye damage?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Dec (Hiquem) when used against the microfilariae of o.vulvus in skin and eye can cause permanent damage due to the reactions like uveitis (swelling of the middle layer of the eye), punctuate keratitis (death of cells on the surface of the cornea) and retinal pigment epithelium atrophy (degeneration of retinal pigment epithelium).

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I take Dec (Hiquem)?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Dec (Hiquem) must be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it more frequently or skip it on your own as it may lead to adverse effects. It is suggested that you speak to your doctor and follow his instructions completely.