Deczuba, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Myelodysplastic Syndrome.
The right dosage of Deczuba depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Deczuba include Pneumonitis. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Deczuba as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Deczuba normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Deczuba has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Deczuba's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Deczuba contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Deczuba may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Deczuba, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Deczuba is used to treat the following -
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.
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Is the use of Deczuba safe for pregnant women?
Deczuba 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 Deczuba safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Deczuba on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Deczuba will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Deczuba on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Deczuba. 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 Deczuba on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Deczuba. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Deczuba only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Deczuba on the Heart?
Side effects of Deczuba rarely affect the heart.
Deczuba 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 Deczuba unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Deczuba habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Deczuba.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Deczuba since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Deczuba is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Deczuba for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Deczuba
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Deczuba together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Deczuba
Information about the interaction of Deczuba and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Dacogen® (decitabine)