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Decicort, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Decicort also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Decicort is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Decicort also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Decicort as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Decicort normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Decicort's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Decicort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Infections, Liver Disease, Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Decicort since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Decicort are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Decicort have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Decicort is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Decicort 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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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Decicort is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Decicort safe for pregnant women?
Decicort shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Decicort safe during breastfeeding?
Decicort may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Decicort on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Decicort. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Decicort on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Decicort. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Decicort only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Decicort on the Heart?
Decicort may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
Decicort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Decicort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Decicort habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Decicort.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Decicort since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Decicort only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Decicort for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Decicort
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Decicort and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Decicort
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Decicort.
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References
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