Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup

Belonging to a class of drugs called corticosteroids (steroids), Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup helps in treating number of conditions, for instance autoimmune diseases like sarcoidosis and autoimmune hepatitis, joint as well as muscle conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, asthma and some allergies. A few cancers are also treated with this medication.

The drug restricts the release of some chemicals in the body that result in inflammation, thus controlling or treating the above mentioned health conditions. Make sure that you inform your doctor about your medical history, including details about allergies and any health problems that you have. Also inform your doctor if you have hypertension, heart attack, liver problems, diabetes, glaucoma, if you are expecting or nursing a baby.

The dosage should be taken as per instructions given in the prescription. In case of adults, half to 3 tablets may be prescribed for daily intake. Children are prescribed lower doses and make be advised to take the drug on alternate days.

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

  Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup treats Rheumatoid Arthritis which is a joint disorder. It works by inhibiting the chemical substances that cause inflammation.

• Asthma

  Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup helps in treating asthma. It works by inhibiting the chemical substances that cause inflammation.

• Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

  Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup helps in treating Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy which is a genetic disorder that can cause muscle weakness.

• Allergy

  Avoid if you have a known allergy to Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup.

• Weight Gain

• Headache

• Vertigo

• Depressed Mood

• Nausea

• Acne

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup will last for a duration of 4 to 8 hours and gets excreted from the body through urine and faeces.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup can be observed in 1.5 to 2 hours after oral dose.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup is not recommended for pregnant women.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup is not recommended for breastfeeding women.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Cortimax 6 MG Syrup

  Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

• Alzcort 6 MG Syrup

  Alembic Ltd

• Dezacor 6 MG Syrup

  Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup belongs to glucocorticoids. It works by acting on glucocorticoid receptor and inhibits the chemical substances that cause inflammation and allergic reaction

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Carbamazepine

  The desired effect of Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup will not be achieved if these medicines are taken together. An alternate medicine or suitable dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

  Ketoconazole

  The concentration of Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup will increase if taken with Ketoconazole. Monitoring of undesired effects is necessary. An alternate medicine or suitable dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

  Antidiabetic medicines

  The desired effect of anti-diabetic agents will not be achieved if taken with Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup. Frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary. An alternate medicine or suitable dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

  Rifampin

  The desired effect of Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup will not be achieved if these medicines are taken together. An alternate medicine or suitable dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Disease

  Diabetes

  Decdan Next 6 MG Syrup may alter the blood glucose levels and decrease the effects of anti-diabetic medicines. Frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary. Inform the doctor if you are taking this medicine and suitable dose adjustments or an alternate medicine is recommended based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.