Decitas Information

Decitas is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Myelodysplastic Syndrome.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Decitas. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Decitas are Pneumonitis. Some other side effects of Decitas have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Decitas 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.

In addition, Decitas's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Decitas has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Decitas related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Decitas contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Decitas with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Decitas Benefits & Uses

Decitas is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Decitas 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: Myelodysplastic Syndrome Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Given as a continuous intravenous infusion over 1 hour

Decitas Related Warnings

Is the use of Decitas safe for pregnant women?

Decitas 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 Decitas safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Decitas on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Decitas will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Decitas on the Kidneys?

Decitas can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Decitas on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Decitas. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Decitas on the Heart?

Side effects of Decitas rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Decitas with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Celecoxib

Clozapine

Diclofenac

Moderate

Warfarin

Azathioprine

Apixaban

Decitas Contraindications

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

Anemia
Fungal Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Decitas

Is this Decitas habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Decitas has not been reported.

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

Decitas does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Decitas is safe but you must consult your 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 Decitas for mental disorders.

No

Decitas Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Decitas

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Decitas and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Decitas

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Decitas.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Dacogen® (decitabine)

Decitas 50 Injection