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Decarb is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Metastatic Melanoma. Secondary and off-label uses of Decarb have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Decarb is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Decarb side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Decarb are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Decarb has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Decarb has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Decarb related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Decarb have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Decarb may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Decarb, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Decarb is used to treat the following -
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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Decarb safe for pregnant women?
Decarb can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Decarb safe during breastfeeding?
Decarb 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 Decarb on the Kidneys?
Decarb rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Decarb on the Liver?
Decarb has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Decarb on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Decarb on the heart have been reported.
Decarb should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Decarb unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Decarb habit forming or addictive?
Decarb is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Decarb, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Decarb can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Decarb is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Decarb for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Decarb
Taking Decarb with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Decarb
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Decarb with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 388-389
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Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Dbl™ dacarbazine (dacarbazine)