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Decon is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Decon depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Decon is used to treat the following -
Main 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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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.
Is the use of Decon safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Decon as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Decon on the Kidneys?
Using Decon does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Decon on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Decon on the liver.
What is the effect of Decon on the Heart?
Decon is not harmful for the heart.
Decon 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 Decon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Decon habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Decon has not been reported.
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.
Is it safe?
Decon should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Decon in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Decon
You can take Decon with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Decon
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Decon.
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.
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).
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.
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.
Yes, you can use Decon without consulting a doctor because it is an over the counter (OTC) drug which can be taken without a prescription.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 136