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Decadex 50 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Post Menopausal Osteoporosis, Anemia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Decadex 50 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Decadex 50 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
The most common side effects of Decadex 50 Injection are Nausea or vomiting, Fluid Retention. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Decadex 50 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Decadex 50 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Decadex 50 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Decadex 50 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Decadex 50 Injection related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Decadex 50 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Decadex 50 Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Decadex 50 Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Decadex 50 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 50 Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Decadex 50 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 50 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 50 Injection on the Kidneys?
Decadex rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Decadex 50 Injection on the Liver?
Side effects of Decadex rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Decadex 50 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 50 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Decadex 50 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Decadex 50 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 50 Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Decadex 50 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Decadex 50 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Decadex 50 Injection
There is no information on the effects of taking Decadex 50 Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Decadex 50 Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Decadex 50 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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