Manufacturers

Wockhardt Ltd

Salt Composition

Betamethasone (0.5mg)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

In Treatment of Allergic conditions Decdan B Tablet is used to treat many different inflammatories and allergic conditions including arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis, and conditions that affect the skin, blood, eyes, lungs, stomach, and nervous system. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions and prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It helps relieve symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions. If you are not sure why you are being given this medicine, ask your doctor.u003cbr>u003cbr>This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.

Benefits

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Decdan B Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.u003cbr>Avoid Decdan B Tablet with dietary sodium.

Description

Decdan B Tablet is a steroid. It is used in the treatment of inflammation, severe allergies, and flare-ups of ongoing illnesses. It is also used to treat many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.Decdan B Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop taking the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so.Using the medicine may cause few common side effects such as a reduction in bone density and an upset stomach. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects bother you. If this medicine is used for a long time, you may have to get regular tests to check your bone density.Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or have liver problems. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before using the medicine.

How To Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Decdan B Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.u003cbr>Avoid Decdan B Tablet with dietary sodium.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Decdan B Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Decdan B Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Decdan B Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. | - Driving : SAFE

Decdan B Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Decdan B Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Decdan B Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of kidney function test may be advised while you are taking this medicine. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Decdan B Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If Miss

If you miss a dose of Decdan B Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n \n

Packaging Detail

strip of 20 tablets

Package

Strip

Qty

20

Product Form

Tablet

Prescription Required

Prescription Required

Fact Box

Chemical Class :: Glucocorticoids|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: RESPIRATORY|Action Class :: Glucocorticoids

Primary Use

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Storage

Store below 30°C

Use Of

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Common Side Effect

Reduction in bone density | Upset stomach

Alcoholinteraction

UNSAFE

Pregnancyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactationinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Drivinginteraction

SAFE

Kidneyinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Liverinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Manufacturer Address

Wockhardt Towers, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400051, Maharashtra, India

Q A

Q. How does Decdan B Tablet work?::: Decdan B Tablet works by decreasing the inflammation caused by allergies. It reduces inflammation by blocking the release of certain natural substances that cause allergic symptoms such as swelling, redness, and pain.| Q. Is Decdan B Tablet safe to use?::: Decdan B Tablet is safe to use when used for an indication in a dose as advised by your doctor. You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to Decdan B Tablet or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Furthermore, you should not take Decdan B Tablet if you have an infection and have not yet started medicine (e.g. antibiotics) to treat it.| Q. Does Decdan B Tablet cause hair loss?::: No, Decdan B Tablet is not known to cause hair loss. In fact, it may cause an increase in body hair growth (especially in females) when used for a long-term duration. Talk to your doctor if you get excessive hair growth on your body while taking Decdan B Tablet.| Q. Does Decdan B Tablet cause weight gain?::: Yes, Decdan B Tablet may cause weight gain, especially when taken at high doses and used for a long time or repeated short courses. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Decdan B Tablet.| Q. Is Decdan B Tablet over the counter medicine?::: No, Decdan B Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine. It is available only when prescribed by a doctor.| Q. Is Decdan B Tablet a steroid?::: Yes, Decdan B Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids also known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health and well-being. Decdan B Tablet increases the levels of corticosteroids in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat, and swelling). Many different conditions such as asthma, severe allergic reactions, rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune diseases, etc can be improved by the use of Decdan B Tablet, as they reduce inflammation in the body.| Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Decdan B Tablet?::: If you forget a dose of Decdan B Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

How It Works

Decdan B Tablet is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.

Interaction

Decdan B Tablet & Glystal 50mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Decdan B Tablet & Acarboz 50mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Decdan B Tablet & Acarsafe 50 Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Decdan B Tablet & AC 50mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Decdan B Tablet & Glubose 25mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Decdan B Tablet & K Carb 50mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Decdan B Tablet & Asucrose 25mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Decdan B Tablet & Cgbose 25mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Decdan B Tablet & Cgbose 50mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Decdan B Tablet & Discarb 25mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients.

Marketer Details

Wockhardt Ltd | Wockhardt Towers, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400051, Maharashtra, India

Reference

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