Decamax 25 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Decamax Information

Decamax is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Post Menopausal Osteoporosis, Anemia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Decamax has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Decamax. 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.

Decamax also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Fluid Retention. Some other side effects of Decamax have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Decamax go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Decamax's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Decamax's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Decamax related warnings section.

The section on Decamax contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Decamax may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Decamax, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Decamax Benefits & Uses

Decamax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Post Menopausal Osteoporosis
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Other Benefits

Decamax 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
Adult(Female)	Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given every 3 - 4 wk
Geriatric	Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given every 3 - 4 wk
Adult	Disease: Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose for anemia with chronic kidney failure patient

Decamax Related Warnings

Is the use of Decamax safe for pregnant women?

Decamax shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Decamax safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Decamax. If you see any side effects, stop taking Decamax immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Decamax again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Decamax on the Kidneys?

Decamax may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Decamax on the Liver?

Side effects of Decamax rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Decamax on the Heart?

Decamax may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Decamax with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Warfarin

Anastrozole

Mild

Thyroxine

Decamax Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Porphyria
Diabetes Type 1
Heart Disease
Migraine

Frequently asked Questions about Decamax

Is this Decamax habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Decamax can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Decamax will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Decamax only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Decamax cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Decamax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Decamax

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Decamax

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Decamax and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Decamax

Question over 5 years ago

Does Decamax lead to hair loss?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Decamax doesn't lead to hair loss. In fact, it can be useful for the treatment of alopecia in men who develop hair loss because of taking testosterone therapy.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Decamax cause stomach upset?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Yes, Decamax causes stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug but the exact cause of stomach upset is not known. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Decamax cause fluid retention?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Decamax 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).

Question over 5 years ago

Is Decamax safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Decamax 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I develop allergic reaction to Decamax?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, one may develop an allergic reaction to Decamax. 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.