Decakem C: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Decakem C Benefits & Uses

Decakem C is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Decakem C 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eye Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Chloramphenicol (1%) + Dexamethasone (0.1%)
Adult	Disease: Eye Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Chloramphenicol (1%) + Dexamethasone (0.1%)
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Chloramphenicol (1%) + Dexamethasone (0.1%)

Decakem C Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Decakem C is used -

Common

Eye Burning
Eye irritation

Decakem C Related Warnings

Is the use of Decakem C safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Decakem C for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Decakem C safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Decakem C for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Decakem C on the Kidneys?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Decakem C on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Decakem C will cause side effects on kidney or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Decakem C on the Liver?

Information about safety of Decakem C for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

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What is the effect of Decakem C on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Decakem C on the heart, information on safety of Decakem C for the heart is unavailable.

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Severe Interaction of Decakem C with Other Drugs

Decakem C should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Leflunomide

Azithromycin

Moxifloxacin

Fentanyl

Bupropion

Primidone

Glimepiride

Clotrimazole

Ketoconazole

Indapamide

Ritonavir

Rifampicin

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Warfarin

Glipizide,Metformin

Amace Tablet

Glibenclamide,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Aspirin

Benzoyl Peroxide

Salicylic Acid

Decakem C Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Decakem C unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis
Infections
Allergy
Myasthenia Gravis
Tuberculosis (TB)
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Osteoporosis
Depression
Cataract
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Decakem C

Is this Decakem C habit forming or addictive?

Decakem C does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Decakem C, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Decakem C can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Decakem C should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Decakem C is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Decakem C Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Decakem C

There is no information on the effects of taking Decakem C with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Decakem C

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Decakem C and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Decakem C

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Decakem C safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Decakem C is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Decakem C cause weight loss?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

No, Decakem C does not cause weight loss. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, some of the animal studies have reported weight loss after long-term use of this drug. If you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Decakem C is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Decakem C bacteriostatic or bactericidal?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Decakem C is bacteriostatic at the therapeutic dose that means it inhibits the growth of the bacteria but it can be bactericidal at higher doses. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis in bacteria which it needs to survive. In the absence of protein synthesis, the bacterial growth is stunned and slowed.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Decakem C contain penicillin?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Decakem C does not contain penicillin. It contains chloramphenicol which belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin. It is also used for those patients who are allergic to penicillin and are suffering from the serious bacterial infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Decakem C cover enterococcus?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

No, Decakem C does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Decakem C. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.