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Decdan B is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. The alternative uses of Decdan B have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Decdan B 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Decdan B are Skin Rash. Some other side effects of Decdan B have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Decdan B are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Decdan B has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Decdan B related warnings talks about Decdan B's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Decdan B is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Decdan B contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Decdan B have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Decdan B, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Decdan B 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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Is the use of Decdan B safe for pregnant women?
Decdan B can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Decdan B right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Decdan B safe during breastfeeding?
Decdan B is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Decdan B on the Kidneys?
Decdan B has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Decdan B on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Decdan B on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Decdan B on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Decdan B on the heart have been reported.
Decdan B 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 Decdan B unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Decdan B habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Decdan B is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Decdan B does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Decdan B is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Decdan B in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Decdan B
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Decdan B, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Decdan B
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Decdan B.
Yes, Decdan B can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Take Decdan B as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Decdan B is a brand name of betamethasone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medicine called steroids (corticosteroid). It comes in form of tablet, solution, injection and topical cream. It has potent anti-inflammatory properties. Decdan B is used in the treatment of inflammatory joint diseases, multiple sclerosis, inflammation, allergic conditions, and adrenal insufficiency. It is also used to diagnose Cushing's syndrome.
Decdan B comes as a tablet and solution and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (BP), ulcerative colitis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, and peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Decdan B. A topical form of this drug (Cream, Ointment) should be applied gently on affected area 1 - 2 times daily as directed by the doctor.
Decdan B if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.
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