Dekortyn C: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Dekortyn C Benefits & Uses

Dekortyn C is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Dekortyn C 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: Eye Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Chloramphenicol (1%) + Dexamethasone (0.1%)
Adult	Disease: Eye Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Chloramphenicol (1%) + Dexamethasone (0.1%)
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Chloramphenicol (1%) + Dexamethasone (0.1%)

Dekortyn C Related Warnings

Is the use of Dekortyn C safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Dekortyn C in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

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Is the use of Dekortyn C safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Dekortyn C on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Dekortyn C will cause side effects or not.

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What is the effect of Dekortyn C on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Dekortyn C for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

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What is the effect of Dekortyn C on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Dekortyn C on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

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What is the effect of Dekortyn C on the Heart?

Side effects of Dekortyn C on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

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Severe Interaction of Dekortyn C with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Leflunomide

Azithromycin

Moxifloxacin

Fentanyl

Bupropion

Primidone

Glimepiride

Clotrimazole

Ketoconazole

Indapamide

Ritonavir

Rifampicin

Moderate

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Phenobarbital

Warfarin

Glipizide,Metformin

Amace Tablet

Glibenclamide,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Aspirin

Benzoyl Peroxide

Salicylic Acid

Dekortyn C Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis
Infections
Allergy
Myasthenia Gravis
Tuberculosis (TB)
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Osteoporosis
Depression
Cataract
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Dekortyn C

Is this Dekortyn C habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Dekortyn C.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Dekortyn C. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Dekortyn C only on doctor's advice.

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

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

No

Dekortyn C Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dekortyn C

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Dekortyn C with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dekortyn C

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Dekortyn C

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dekortyn C cause blurred vision?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Dekortyn C can cause blurred vision (optic neuritis) but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug and it is reversible in nature. Usually, the vision is restored after discontinuation of this drug.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Dekortyn C with paracetamol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Dekortyn C can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Dekortyn C is safe to take along with paracetamol if taken as recommended.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Dekortyn C an antibiotic?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Dekortyn C is an antibiotic. It contains chloramphenicol which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Dekortyn C safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Dekortyn C is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Dekortyn C with ibuprofen?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Dekortyn C can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.