Decet 150mg Tablet (10'S)

Manufacturer: Dew Drops Lab

Salt Composition : Diethylcarbamazine(150mg)


Decet 150mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.

Some people may experience a headache, dizziness, vomiting, and abnormal liver function tests as the side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. You may be monitored with blood tests and liver function tests throughout your treatment.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

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.

Pharmacokinets

Pharmacokinetics: Diethylcarbamazine is well absorbed following oral administration with peak plasma concentrations reached within 1-2 hours. The elimination half life ranges from 10-12 hours. If the urine is alkalinized, renal excretion of unchanged drug is prevented and the half life of the drug increases.


Side Effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Decet

Headache

Dizziness

Vomiting

Abnormal liver function tests

Nausea

Abdominal pain

Hair loss

Fever

Vertigo

Contra Indications

a low seizure threshold.

eye complications caused by the worm Onchocerca volvulus.

decreased kidney function.

seizures.

pregnancy.

Pregnancy Related Information

Information regarding the use of Decet 150mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Decet 150mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Information regarding the use of Decet 150mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.


Indications

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)

Interactions

Diethylcarbamazine has no listed severe interactions with other drugs. Diethylcarbamazine has no listed serious interactions with other drugs.


Typical Dosage

 Do not chew, crush or break it. Decet 150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Decet 150mg 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.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Expert Advice

You have been prescribed Decet 150mg Tablet to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections.

It should be taken with food.

Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.

Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.

Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.

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. Decet 150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.


FAQs

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.