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Deecee is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet,Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Filariasis.
The optimal dosage of Deecee is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Deecee as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Deecee normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Deecee has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Deecee's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Deecee are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Deecee with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Deecee, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Deecee is used to treat the following -
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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Deecee is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Deecee safe for pregnant women?
Deecee shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Deecee safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Deecee on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Deecee will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Deecee on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Deecee. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Deecee on the Liver?
Side effects of Deecee rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Deecee on the Heart?
Deecee can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Deecee 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 Deecee unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Deecee habit forming or addictive?
Deecee does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Deecee does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Deecee is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Deecee cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Deecee
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Deecee with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Deecee
Information about the interaction of Deecee and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Deecee can cause abdominal discomforts like pain and diarrhea. You must speak to your doctor immediately if you suffer from any of these symptoms.
Deecee belongs to a group of medicines known as anthelmintics which are used against the parasitic worms. It is used against the larval and adult forms of parasitic worms which give rise to lymphatic filariasis. Lymphatic filariasis is a disorder in which the legs, arms, male genitals and female breasts may get swollen and disfigured. It kills adult worms of Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi and B. timori. It is also used against topical pulmonary eosinophilia [Also known as Loeffler syndrome, pulmonary eosinophilia is a temporary and a rare disorder characterized by the accumulation of eosinophils (a type of white blood cells) in the lungs] and loiasis (Also known as African eye worm, loiasis is caused by parasite Loa loa. The parasite is passed on to humans through the repeated bites of the deer flies). The infection leads to itchy swellings of the body.
You must inform your doctor if you have an underlying disorder like loaisis (African eye worm), onchocerciasis (river blindness) or lymphatic filariasis (elephantiasis) if you have a history of epilepsy or struggle with convulsions sometimes if you are elderly and struggle with a heart or a kidney problem.
Yes, Deecee is given with albendazole for the treatment of filaria. You must speak to your doctor first before taking any combination.
Animal studies have demonstrated a few heart-related adverse effects of Deecee, however, there is a dearth of data in human beings. Thus, it is not yet clear if Deecee has any adverse effects on the heart. However, if you experience unusual signs related to the heart with the intake of Deecee, please call your doctor immediately.
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