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Dekortyn N is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. The alternative uses of Dekortyn N have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Dekortyn N depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Dekortyn N include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. While these are the most often observed Dekortyn N side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Dekortyn N 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 Dekortyn N is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Dekortyn N's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Dekortyn N is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Infections, Liver Disease, Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Dekortyn N have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Dekortyn N may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dekortyn N is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Dekortyn N 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Dekortyn N safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Dekortyn N. If you are pregnant, do not take Dekortyn N without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Dekortyn N safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Dekortyn N may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Dekortyn N should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Dekortyn N on the Kidneys?
Dekortyn N can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Dekortyn N on the Liver?
Dekortyn N may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dekortyn N on the Heart?
Use of Dekortyn N may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
Dekortyn N should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dekortyn N unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dekortyn N habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Dekortyn N is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Dekortyn N
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Dekortyn N and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dekortyn N
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Dekortyn N with alcohol will be.
Dekortyn N is a brand name of neomycin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used for treating bacterial infections especially infections of skin and eye. It is also used to treat hepatic encephalopathy.
Dekortyn N is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by stopping the production of proteins that bacteria need to survive. It is effective against different types of bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenza, Proteus species, S. aureus, and Serratia species. Pseudomonas aeruginosa is generally resistant.
Yes, Dekortyn N has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Dekortyn N does not cause seizures. However, if you are experiencing seizures after taking this drug, then consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Dekortyn N is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used to treat various types of bacterial infections and hepatic encephalopathy.
This medicine data has been created by -
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