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Decee Information

Decee, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Filariasis.

The optimal dosage of Decee is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Decee can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Decee normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Decee has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Decee's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Decee related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Decee are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Decee have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Decee is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Decee Benefits & Uses
Decee Dosage & How to Take
Decee Side Effects
Decee Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Decee with Other Drugs
Decee Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Decee
Decee Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Decee Benefits & Uses

Decee is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Decee Dosage & How to Take

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

Decee Related Warnings

Is the use of Decee safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Decee. If you are pregnant, do not take Decee without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Decee safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Decee in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Decee on the Kidneys?

Decee 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Decee on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Decee on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Decee on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Decee. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Decee with Other Drugs

Decee should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Chloroquine

Quinine

Mefloquine

Decee Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Decee unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Allergy
Epilepsy
Eye Disorders

Frequently asked Questions about Decee

Is this Decee habit forming or addictive?

Decee does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Decee does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Decee should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Decee cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Decee Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Decee

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Decee together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Decee

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Decee.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Decee

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Decee used for the treatment of ocular onchocerciasis?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Decee is not used for the treatment of ocular onchocerciasis because of the fear of antigen-antibody inflammatory reaction. Ivermectin is now used of the treatment of ocular onchocerciasis. Onchocerciasis is also known African River Blindness. It is caused by O. volvulus and it can lead to severe visual impairment.

Question about 5 years ago

How can Decee side effects be minimized?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Decee side effects can be minimized by a simultaneous administration of an antihistamine or a corticosteroid. Due to the destruction of a large number of microfilariae, there is a risk of renal and central nervous system complications. This risk can be minimized by withholding the treatment with an anthelmintic drug, removal of microfilariae before the administration of Decee and administering a single dose of ivermectin.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Decee?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Doses vary for infection with W.bancrofti and lower dosage are indicated for infections with B.malayi and B.timori. Children under 10 years of age should receive half of the total adult dosage. The treatment should normally start with smaller doses to prevent an immunological reaction. The tablet should be preferably taken after a meal. It is important that you follow the recommendations of your doctor properly.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Decee cause abdominal discomfort?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Yes, Decee can cause abdominal discomforts like pain and diarrhea. You must speak to your doctor immediately if you suffer from any of these symptoms.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Decee work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Decee alters the muscular activity of the filaria, also alters its surface membranes making it more susceptible to the host. The destruction of organisms and release of antigens can lead to toxicity and produce an inflammatory reaction which may be present in the form of severe itching, rash, edema, hypotension, fever, presence of protein in urine, painful joints, swollen or enlarged lymph nodes, and abnormal enlargement of the spleen. These complications can be lessened by pre-treatment with corticosteroids.