Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that effectively treat filariasis. It fights against the worms to relieve the discomfort caused due to the infestation.
Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as the prescription. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better.
Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, weakness, headaches, dryness of mouth, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.
Uses of Decet OD Tablet
Side effects of Decet OD Tablet
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 OD
- Nausea
- Loss of appetite
- Dryness in mouth
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Allergic reaction
How to use Decet OD Tablet
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 OD 300mg/10mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Decet OD Tablet works
Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Diethylcarbamazine and Cetirizine which treat filariasis. Diethylcarbamazine works by decreasing the muscular activity and causing paralysis of these worms while Cetirizine decreases the raised eosinophil count (white blood cells) and controls allergic symptoms like cough and breathlessness.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Decet OD Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Decet OD 300mg/10mg 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.
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Quick tips
- Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet should be taken with food at the same time every day.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as medicine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet.
- 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.
- Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking the medicine as it can enhance the dizziness.
- Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet should be taken with food at the same time every day.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as medicine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet.
- 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.
- Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking the medicine as it can enhance the dizziness.
Fact Box
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Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
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User feedback
What are you using Decet OD Tablet for?
Filariasis
100%
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Decet OD Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Decet OD 300mg/10mg Tablet on price
Expensive
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Average
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- NHS. Cetirizine. [Accessed 14 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Cetirizine. New York, New York: Pfizer Labs; 2003. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Cetrizine. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: RND Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Address: Plot No. G-5 & G-6, Chandaka Industrial Estate, Patia, Bhubaneswar – 751 024, Odisha, India
Country of origin: India
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