Betadecabolin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Post Menopausal Osteoporosis, Anemia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Betadecabolin have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Betadecabolin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Betadecabolin include Nausea or vomiting, Fluid Retention. While these are the most often observed Betadecabolin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Betadecabolin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Betadecabolin is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Betadecabolin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Betadecabolin related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Betadecabolin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Betadecabolin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Betadecabolin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Betadecabolin 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betadecabolin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Betadecabolin safe for pregnant women?
Betadecabolin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Betadecabolin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Betadecabolin. If you see any side effects, stop taking Betadecabolin immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Betadecabolin again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Betadecabolin on the Kidneys?
Betadecabolin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betadecabolin on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Betadecabolin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Betadecabolin on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Betadecabolin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Betadecabolin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betadecabolin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betadecabolin habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Betadecabolin cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Betadecabolin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Betadecabolin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Betadecabolin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Betadecabolin
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Betadecabolin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betadecabolin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Betadecabolin with alcohol.
Yes, one may develop an allergic reaction to Betadecabolin. One may get a rash, itch, develop difficulty in breathing, develop swelling on face, lips, and throat, etc. If you develop any of these side effects, please speak to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Betadecabolin is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some side effects are observed at regular doses these are fluid retention, male characteristic in women, and increase sexual desire. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Betadecabolin causes fluid retention. Fluid retention can be prevented and managed by eating less salt, increasing magnesium intake, avoiding refined carbs, taking dandelion supplements and taking a diuretic (a class of medicine which improve the kidney function).
Yes, Betadecabolin is used to build the muscle mass.
Betadecabolin is an exogenous androgen which resembles the endogenous androgen testosterone. Betadecabolin promotes protein metabolism and stimulates appetite which counters the catabolic processes in the body. It affects the lean body mass, bone resorption and bone density in patients. It also affects blood glucose, calcium metabolism, and erythrocyte production.
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