Decon Nasal Drops: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Decon Benefits & Uses

Decon is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Decon 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Blocked Nose (Nasal Congestion) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 drop Dosage Route: translation missing: en.dosage.Intranasal Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Blocked Nose (Nasal Congestion) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3 drop Dosage Route: translation missing: en.dosage.Intranasal Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Blocked Nose (Nasal Congestion) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 drop Dosage Route: translation missing: en.dosage.Intranasal Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Decon Related Warnings

Is the use of Decon safe for pregnant women?

Decon may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Decon again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Decon safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Decon as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Decon on the Kidneys?

Using Decon does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Decon on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Decon on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Decon on the Heart?

Decon is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Decon with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Albuterol

Albuterol Tablet

Selegiline

Reserpine

Ipratropium

Formoterol

Decon Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Heart Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Decon

Is this Decon habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Decon has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Decon since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Decon should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Decon in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Decon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Decon

You can take Decon with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Decon

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Decon

Question over 5 years ago

Does Decon cause headache?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Decon might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Decon a steroid?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Decon is not a steroid. It contains xylometazoline which is a nasal decongestant that belongs to the class of drugs known as an alpha-adrenergic agonist (sympathomimetic agent).

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely use Decon?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Usually, Decon is used for short-term treatment (up to 7 days) of nasal congestion. You are advised use it as per your doctor's advice. Do not use it longer than prescribed by your doctor because it can cause rebound congestion.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Decon help with snoring?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Decon is helpful in the management of mild snoring which is caused by the blocked nose. Decon opens the blocked nose by shrinking the blood vessels present in our nose which provides relief to the user.