Manufacturer: Shrinivas Gujarat Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition : Diethylcarbamazine(50mg)
Bottle of 60ml Syrup
(Inclusive of all taxes)
Deecee 50mg Syrup 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.
The mechanism of action of diethylcarbamazine is thought to involve sensitizing the microfilariae to phagocytosis. One study showed that diethylcarbamazine's activity against Brugia malayi microfilariae is dependent on inducible nitric-oxide synthase and the cyclooxygenase pathway.
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
Headache
Dizziness
Vomiting
Abnormal liver function tests
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Hair loss
Fever
Vertigo
a low seizure threshold.
eye complications caused by the worm Onchocerca volvulus.
decreased kidney function.
seizures.
pregnancy.
Information regarding the use of Deecee 50mg Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Deecee 50mg Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Deecee 50mg Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Bancroft's filariasis;
Eosinophilic lung (tropical pulmonary eosinophilia; tropical eosinophilia);
Loiasis; and.
River blindness (onchocerciasis).
Diethylcarbamazine is an anthelmintic drug that does not resemble other antiparasitic compounds.
Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Deecee 50mg Syrup is to be taken with food.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Deecee 50mg Syrup, 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.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
You have been prescribed Deecee 50mg Syrup 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.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Deecee 50mg Syrup is to be taken with food.
Q. What is Deecee 50mg Syrup used for?
Deecee 50mg Syrup 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. Deecee 50mg Syrup is used to treat Bancroft's filariasis, eosinophilic lung, loiasis and river blindness (onchocerciasis).
Q. Can the use of Deecee 50mg Syrup cause drowsiness?
Yes, Deecee 50mg Syrup 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 Deecee 50mg Syrup effective?
Deecee 50mg Syrup 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 Deecee 50mg Syrup too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Deecee 50mg Syrup?
The use of Deecee 50mg Syrup 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 Deecee 50mg Syrup. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have or had any medical condition before starting your treatment with the medicine.
