Decarb 200 Injection Information

Decarb 200 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Metastatic Melanoma. Secondary and off-label uses of Decarb 200 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Decarb 200 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Decarb 200 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Decarb 200 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Decarb 200 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Decarb 200 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Decarb 200 Injection related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Decarb 200 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Decarb 200 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Decarb 200 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Decarb 200 Injection Benefits & Uses

Decarb 200 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Metastatic Melanoma

Decarb 200 Injection 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	Disease: Skin Cancer (Melanoma) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 4 Weeks
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Cancer (Melanoma) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 4 Weeks
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Hodgkin Lymphoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 4 Weeks
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Hodgkin Lymphoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 4 Weeks

Decarb 200 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Decarb 200 Injection 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.

Severe
Is the use of Decarb 200 Injection 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Decarb 200 Injection on the Kidneys?

Decarb rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Decarb 200 Injection on the Liver?

Decarb has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Decarb 200 Injection on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Decarb on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Decarb 200 Injection with Other Drugs

Decarb 200 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clozapine

Celecoxib

Diclofenac

Ibuprofen

Decarb 200 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Decarb 200 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Decarb 200 Injection

Is this Decarb 200 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Decarb 200 Injection is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Decarb 200 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Decarb 200 Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Decarb 200 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Decarb 200 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Decarb 200 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Decarb 200 Injection

Taking Decarb 200 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Decarb 200 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Decarb 200 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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Decarb 200 Injection