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Decadex 25 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Post Menopausal Osteoporosis, Anemia. Decadex 25 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Decadex 25 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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 Decadex 25 Injection include Nausea or vomiting, Fluid Retention. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Decadex 25 Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Decadex 25 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Decadex 25 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Decadex 25 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Decadex 25 Injection related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Decadex 25 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Decadex 25 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Decadex 25 Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Decadex 25 Injection 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 Decadex 25 Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Decadex 25 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Decadex. If you are pregnant, do not take Decadex without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Decadex 25 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Decadex can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Decadex 25 Injection on the Kidneys?
Decadex rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Decadex 25 Injection on the Liver?
Side effects of Decadex rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Decadex 25 Injection on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Decadex. 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Decadex 25 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Decadex 25 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Decadex 25 Injection can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Decadex 25 Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Decadex 25 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Decadex 25 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Decadex 25 Injection
There is no information on the effects of taking Decadex 25 Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Decadex 25 Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Decadex 25 Injection with alcohol will be.
No, Decadex does not raise the testosterone levels. In fact, it may suppress the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis and decrease the synthesis of endogenous testosterone.
Yes, Decadex may cause acne. For treating acne, one must talk to a doctor. There are many over the counter creams available for treating acne such as topical antibiotics, creams containing ingredients like retinoids, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic acid, isotretinoin, etc. There are many herbal creams also available which contain ingredients like fuller's earth, aloe vera, etc. However, it is best to see a doctor who is likely to prescribe a cream as per the skin type and severity of one's acne. Acne can be prevented or managed by eating a low carb, low fat and high protein diet, by treating hormonal issues and staying stress-free.
Decadex is an exogenous androgen which resembles the endogenous androgen testosterone. Decadex 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.
Decadex 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, Decadex 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.
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