Decol 500 Capsule Information

Decol 500 Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Decol 500 Capsule also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Decol 500 Capsule 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Decol 500 Capsule include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Loss of appetite. Such side effects of Decol 500 Capsule normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Decol 500 Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Decol 500 Capsule related warnings talks about Decol 500 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Decol 500 Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Decol 500 Capsule with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Decol 500 Capsule is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Decol Benefits & Uses
Decol Dosage & How to Take
Decol Side Effects
Decol Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Decol with Other Drugs
Decol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Decol
Decol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Decol 500 Capsule Benefits & Uses

Decol 500 Capsule is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Headache
Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Body Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Body Pain)

Decol 500 Capsule 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

Decol 500 Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Decol 500 Capsule safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Decol. If you are pregnant, do not take Decol without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Decol 500 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Decol. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Decol 500 Capsule on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Decol. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Decol 500 Capsule on the Liver?

Decol may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Decol 500 Capsule on the Heart?

Decol may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Decol 500 Capsule with Other Drugs

Decol 500 Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ketorolac

Ramipril

Adefovir

Decol 500 Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Decol 500 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Heart Attack
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Decol 500 Capsule

Is this Decol 500 Capsule habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Decol 500 Capsule has not been reported.

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

After taking Decol 500 Capsule you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Decol 500 Capsule only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Decol 500 Capsule cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Decol 500 Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Decol 500 Capsule

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Decol 500 Capsule and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Decol 500 Capsule

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Decol 500 Capsule with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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