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Decamid is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Post Menopausal Osteoporosis, Anemia. Decamid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Decamid is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Decamid also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Fluid Retention. Some other side effects of Decamid have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Decamid 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, Decamid's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Decamid related warnings talks about Decamid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Decamid contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Decamid have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Decamid is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Decamid 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
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Is the use of Decamid safe for pregnant women?
Decamid 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 Decamid safe during breastfeeding?
Decamid can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Decamid on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Decamid on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Decamid on the Liver?
Decamid has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Decamid on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Decamid. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Decamid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Decamid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Decamid habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Decamid can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Decamid since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Decamid is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Decamid in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Decamid
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Decamid together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Decamid
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Decamid and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Decamid is an anabolic steroid which is used for the treatment of various disorders. Depending on your condition, your doctor will decide the dose and duration. It is therefore important that you comply with the recommendations of the doctor and do not take the excess dose, miss a dose or prolong the usage.
Ideally, Decamid should be given by a nurse or a doctor. Decamid is available in the form of an injection and it is injected deep into the muscle tissue of buttocks, upper legs or upper arms. The dose of the injection is decided by the doctor as per the condition of the patient.
Yes, Decamid is used to build the muscle mass.
No, Decamid doesn't lead to hair loss. In fact, it can be useful for the treatment of alopecia in men who develop hair loss because of taking testosterone therapy.
Yes, Decamid may cause acne. For treating acne, one must talk to a doctor. There are many over the counter creams available for treating acne such as topical antibiotics, creams containing ingredients like retinoids, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic acid, isotretinoin, etc. There are many herbal creams also available which contain ingredients like fuller's earth, aloe vera, etc. However, it is best to see a doctor who is likely to prescribe a cream as per the skin type and severity of one's acne. Acne can be prevented or managed by eating a low carb, low fat and high protein diet, by treating hormonal issues and staying stress-free.
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