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Decakem C is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Decakem C also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Decakem C depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Decakem C also has some side effects, the most common being Eye Burning, Eye irritation. Usually, these side effects of Decakem C 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.
In addition, Decakem C's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Decakem C has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Decakem C related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Infections must refrain from the use of Decakem C since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Decakem C are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Decakem C with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Decakem C is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Decakem C 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Decakem C is used -
Common
Is the use of Decakem C safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Decakem C during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Decakem C safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Decakem C for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Decakem C on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Decakem C on kidney, information on safety of Decakem C for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Decakem C on the Liver?
Side effects of Decakem C on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Decakem C on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Decakem C on the heart, information on safety of Decakem C for the heart is unavailable.
Decakem C 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 Decakem C unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Decakem C habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Decakem C is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Decakem C, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Decakem C can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Decakem C is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Decakem C cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Decakem C
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Decakem C together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Decakem C
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Decakem C and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Decakem C can treat meningitis. It is a bacterial infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis that causes inflammation of the meninges around the brain and spinal cord. The duration of the treatment is usually 2 weeks.
Yes, Decakem C can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Usually, other antibiotics are preferred to treat gonorrhea due to decreased side effects and greater efficacy along with faster recovery.
Decakem C is bacteriostatic at the therapeutic dose that means it inhibits the growth of the bacteria but it can be bactericidal at higher doses. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis in bacteria which it needs to survive. In the absence of protein synthesis, the bacterial growth is stunned and slowed.
The dosage of Decakem C may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of the infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. Decakem C should be taken empty stomach because food may affect absorption of this drug. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.
Yes, Decakem C is helpful in typhoid fever. It is used in the management of acute typhoid fever caused by Salmonella species. It is usually given after 8 -10 days of the treatment when the fever of the patient is completely going down over this duration to prevent the relapse of the typhoid infection.
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