Decitas

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Decitas Information

Decitas is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Myelodysplastic Syndrome.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Decitas. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Decitas are Pneumonitis. Some other side effects of Decitas have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Decitas are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Decitas's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Decitas has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Decitas related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Decitas contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Decitas with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Decitas, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



Decitas Benefits & Uses

Decitas is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Decitas 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
Adult
  • Disease: Myelodysplastic Syndrome
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: Given as a continuous intravenous infusion over 1 hour


Decitas Side Effects

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

Moderate

Mild

Common

Decitas Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Decitas safe for pregnant women?


    Decitas can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Decitas safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Decitas on the Kidneys?


    Decitas 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 Decitas on the Liver?


    You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Decitas. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Decitas on the Heart?


    Side effects of Decitas rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Decitas with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Decitas Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Decitas

  • Is this Decitas habit forming or addictive?


    Decitas is not addictive in nature.

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


    Decitas will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Decitas 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, Decitas cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Decitas Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Decitas


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Decitas together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Decitas


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

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Dacogen® (decitabine)



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