Decol Information

Decol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Gel, Suspension, Capsule. Other than this, Decol has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

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

The most common side effects of Decol are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Loss of appetite. These side effects of Decol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Decol has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Decol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Decol related warnings section.

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

Besides this, Decol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Decol is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Decol Benefits & Uses

Decol is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Headache
Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Body Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Body Pain)

Decol 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

Decol Related Warnings

Is the use of Decol safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Decol. If you are pregnant, do not take Decol without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Decol safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Decol. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Decol on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Decol. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Decol on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Decol on the Heart?

Decol 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 Decol with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Ketorolac

Ramipril

Adefovir

Decol Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Heart Attack
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Decol

Is this Decol habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Decol has not been reported.

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

After taking Decol you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

No, Decol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Decol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Decol

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Decol

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Decol with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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