Duocad 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Duocad is used -
Severe
Moderate
Is the use of Duocad safe for pregnant women?
Duocad has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Duocad without medical advice.
Is the use of Duocad safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Duocad. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Duocad on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Duocad. 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 Duocad on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Duocad. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Duocad on the Heart?
Information about safety of Duocad for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Duocad 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 Duocad unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Duocad habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Duocad has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Duocad will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Duocad should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Duocad is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Duocad
You can take Duocad with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Duocad
Taking Duocad with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, use of Duocad does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
Yes, Duocad might cause hair loss but it occurs very rarely. This problem goes away after discontinuation of the drug. However, if you notice excessive hair loss then consult it with your doctor.
No, Duocad should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Duocad is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, diarrhea, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Duocad works by inhibiting an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) which is responsible for cholesterol synthesis in our body, its inhibition results in increased levels of HDL (good cholesterol) and decreased levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) which lowers the risk of developing heart disease and helps in preventing strokes
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