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Decdan B 4 Mg Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Other than this, Decdan B 4 Mg Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Decdan B 4 Mg Injection. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Decdan B 4 Mg Injection include Skin Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Decdan B 4 Mg Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Decdan B 4 Mg Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Decdan B 4 Mg Injection has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Decdan B 4 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Decdan B 4 Mg Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Decdan B 4 Mg Injection in conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB). Other contraindications of Decdan B 4 Mg Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Decdan B 4 Mg Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Decdan B 4 Mg Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Decdan B 4 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Decdan B 4 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Decdan B can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Decdan B, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Decdan B 4 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Decdan B does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Decdan B 4 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Decdan B on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Decdan B 4 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Decdan B may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Decdan B 4 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Decdan B has very mild side effects on the heart.
Decdan B 4 Mg Injection 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 Decdan B 4 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Decdan B 4 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Decdan B 4 Mg Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Decdan B 4 Mg Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Decdan B 4 Mg Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Decdan B 4 Mg Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Decdan B 4 Mg Injection
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Decdan B 4 Mg Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Decdan B 4 Mg Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Decdan B 4 Mg Injection with alcohol.
Yes, Decdan B can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Take Decdan B as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Decdan B is a brand name of betamethasone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medicine called steroids (corticosteroid). It comes in form of tablet, solution, injection and topical cream. It has potent anti-inflammatory properties. Decdan B is used in the treatment of inflammatory joint diseases, multiple sclerosis, inflammation, allergic conditions, and adrenal insufficiency. It is also used to diagnose Cushing's syndrome.
Decdan B comes as a tablet and solution and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (BP), ulcerative colitis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, and peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Decdan B. A topical form of this drug (Cream, Ointment) should be applied gently on affected area 1 - 2 times daily as directed by the doctor.
Decdan B if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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