Decet
Decet Products are primarily used for
Worm infections, Filariasis
About Decet Products
Uses of Decet Products
Diethylcarbamazine is used in the treatment of worm infections and filariasis.
Decet Products side effects
Severe
Side Effects of Decet are Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Nausea, Fever, Muscle pain, Allergic reaction, Swelling of lymph nodes, Lymphangitis, Lymphedema, Decreased appetite, Seizure, Urticaria, Rigors, General discomfort, Chills, Asthma attack, Protein in urine, Localized edema, Nodules.
How Decet Products work
Diethylcarbamazine belongs to a class of medications called anthelmintics. It kills the parasitic worms that cause parasitic worm infections as well as Filariasis. This helps to treat your infection.
Patient Concerns about Decet Products
Frequently asked questions about Decet Products
Frequently asked questions about Diethylcarbamazine
Q. What is Decet 150mg Tablet used for?
Decet 150mg Tablet is used to treat parasitic worm infection and filariasis (elephantiasis). Filariasis is a disease in which swelling of arms, legs or other body parts may occur. Decet 150mg Tablet is used to treat Bancroft's filariasis, eosinophilic lung, loiasis and river blindness (onchocerciasis).
Q. Can the use of Decet 150mg Tablet cause drowsiness?
Yes, Decet 150mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy. Avoid driving, operating on machinery, working at heights, or participating in potentially dangerous activities, especially during the initial days of your treatment. However, if your condition does not improve, consult your doctor.
Q. Is Decet 150mg Tablet effective?
Decet 150mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Decet 150mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Decet 150mg Tablet?
The use of Decet 150mg Tablet should be avoided in patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine. Also, patients who are suffering from asthma should refrain from using Decet 150mg Tablet. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have or had any medical condition before starting your treatment with the medicine.
Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Decet 150mg Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container or pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Q. How does Decet 150mg Tablet work?
Decet 150mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as anthelmintics. It works by killing both the larval and adult forms of the parasitic worms that cause Filariasis.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Decet 150mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Decet 150mg 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 in 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.
Q. Is Decet 150mg Tablet safe?
Decet 150mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
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₹6.66