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Decofed M is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Decofed M depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Decofed M 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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Is the use of Decofed M safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Decofed M. If you are pregnant, do not take Decofed M without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Decofed M safe during breastfeeding?
Decofed M should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Decofed M on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Decofed M on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Decofed M will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Decofed M on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Decofed M on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Decofed M will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Decofed M on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Decofed M on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Decofed M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Decofed M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Decofed M habit forming or addictive?
Decofed M is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Decofed M can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Decofed M only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Decofed M is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Decofed M
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Decofed M and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Decofed M
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Decofed M.
Yes, Decofed M can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
Decofed M works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).
Yes, Decofed M is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, weakness, and tiredness.
Yes, Decofed M can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.
Absorption of Decofed M is not affected by food and hence can be taken with or without food. Preferably it should be taken in the evening. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
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