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Declav, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Declav also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Declav. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Declav also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea, Abdominal Pain, Heartburn. Some other side effects of Declav have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Declav go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Declav is Unknown for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Declav's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Declav is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Declav may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Declav is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
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) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Declav is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Declav safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Declav will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Declav safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Declav. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Declav on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Declav. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Declav on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Declav. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Declav only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Declav on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Declav on the heart, information on safety of Declav for the heart is unavailable.
Declav 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 Declav unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Declav habit forming or addictive?
Declav is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Declav. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Declav should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Declav cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Declav
There is no information on the effects of taking Declav with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Declav
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Declav with alcohol.
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References
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