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Dekortyn C is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Dekortyn C have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Dekortyn C is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Dekortyn C are Eye Burning, Eye irritation. Normally, these side effects of Dekortyn C are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Dekortyn C's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Dekortyn C's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Dekortyn C is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Infections as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dekortyn C contraindications section.
Besides this, Dekortyn C may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dekortyn C is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Dekortyn C 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Dekortyn C should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dekortyn C unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dekortyn C habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Dekortyn C.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Dekortyn C only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Dekortyn C in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Dekortyn C
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Dekortyn C with food.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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