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Lincodec 25Mg Injection

Manufacturer :  Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Nandrolone
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Lincodec 25Mg Injection

Lincodec 25Mg Injection effectively controls anemia which occurs as a result of kidney disease. the drug can also be prescribed for the treatment of other medical conditions as determined by your health care provider. The drug is known to be an anabolic steroid.

When you take this drug, it will help in the growth of certain types of tissue that are present in the body, as well as enhance the capacity of oxygen that the blood can carry. Lincodec 25Mg Injection is also prescribed to control of metastatic breast cancer.

Doctors generally do not recommend the intake of this drug if you are allergic to any substance that is present in it or you suffer from health conditions like prostrate or breast cancer. Pregnant women are also discouraged from taking the drug as it may harm the unborn child.

Lincodec 25Mg Injection is mostly administered in the form of an injection by the doctor in his clinic or at the hospital. You can take the injection on your own at home as well. In this case make sure that you administer the drug exactly as directed by your medical adviser.

In case Lincodec 25Mg Injection is discolored or you see the presence of some particles in the vial discard it. Lincodec 25Mg Injection along with its syringes as well as needles should be kept away from children and pets. Make sure that you do not use the needles and syringes again.

Like all other drugs, Lincodec 25Mg Injection too causes some side effects. While most are minor and disappear in some time, a few are serious and require medical aid. You may experience vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, depression, insomnia, jaundice etc. when you start taking Lincodec 25Mg Injection.

Although many patients do not suffer from a serious allergic reaction to the drug, if you do and experience symptoms like problems with breathing, a feeling of tightness in the chest region, itching, and hives, seek medical aid immediately.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Lincodec 25Mg Injection

    • Postmenopausal Osteoporosis

      Lincodec 25Mg Injection is used for the management of symptoms of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. It is used to prevent bone fractures and increase bone density.

    • Anemia With Renal Insufficiency

      Lincodec 25Mg Injection is used for the management of anemia in patients who have an impaired kidney function.

    • Debilitating Illness

      Lincodec 25Mg Injection is also used for speedy recovery from an illness that seriously affects the strength of the patient.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Lincodec 25Mg Injection ?

    • Allergy

      Use of this medicine is not recommended for patients having a known history of allergy to Lincodec 25Mg Injection or any other ingredient present with it. Some dosage forms may contain arachis oil and hence is not recommended for patients who are allergic to peanuts or soya.

    • Cancer Of The Breast/Prostate

      Use of this medicine is not recommended for male patients who have a carcinoma of the breast or the prostate.

    • Nephrosis

      Use of this medicine is not recommended for patients who have a degenerative disease of the kidneys.

    • Breast Cancer With Hypercalcemia

      Use of this medicine is not recommended in female patients suffering from breast cancer coupled with high levels of calcium in the body.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Lincodec 25Mg Injection ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Lincodec 25Mg Injection

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The effect of this medicine lasts up to 30 days.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The effect of this medicine can be observed after 3-6 months of administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Use of this medicine is not recommended if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

    • Is it habit forming?

      This medicine is known to have habit forming tendency and abuse potential.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Use of this medicine is not recommended if you are breastfeeding an infant. However, if it becomes absolutely necessary to use this medicine, then breastfeeding should be discontinued. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      It is not known whether consumption of alcohol with this medicine is safe or not.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      This medicine usually does nit affect the patients ability to drive.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Lincodec 25Mg Injection ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Lincodec 25Mg Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Missed Dose instructions

      Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose can be skipped.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Contact your doctor if an overdose with nandrolone is suspected. However, the likelihood of an overdose and associated symptoms is very low.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    Where is the Lincodec 25Mg Injection approved?

    • India

    • Japan

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication belongs to Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) group. It works by inhibiting an enzyme called Cyclooxygenase which is responsible for the formation of prostaglandin. Prostaglandin is a major contributor to the process of inflammation and pain sensation in the body.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Lincodec 25Mg Injection ?

      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

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

        Thyroid function test

        Report the use of this medicine if you are about to undertake a thyroid function test as this medicine might interfere with the test results.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Dexamethasone

        Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. You may need a dose adjustment and special test to ensure if these medicines can be safely used together. Signs like swelling of feet, hands, and ankles while using this medicine should be reported to the doctor.

        Warfarin

        Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. You may need a dose adjustment based on the clotting test results. Any side effects like unusual bruising and bleeding, the presence of blood in vomit and stools should be reported to the doctor immediately.

        Leflunomide

        Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring of liver function while using these medicines together. Any signs and symptoms indicating impairment of liver function should be reported to the doctor.

        Insulin

        Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. You may require a dose adjustment and periodic monitoring of blood glucose while using these medicines together. Report the use of any antidiabetic medicine before receiving nandrolone.

        Others

        Increased toxicity: Oral anticoagulants, oral hypoglycemic agents, adrenal steroids, ACTH.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Carcinoma In Males

        Use of this medicine is not recommended in male patients suffering from the carcinoma of the breast or prostate. The tumor may grow even further worsening the cancer if this medicine is used.

        Fluid Retention And Edema

        Use of this medicine is known to cause fluid retention in the body and hence should be administered cautiously in patients having fluid retention disease or edema.

        Hyperlipoproteinemia

        Use of this medicine can interfere with the fat and cholesterol levels in the body and may significantly increase the risk of diseases of heart and blood vessels. Hence it should be used with extreme caution in patients having high fat and lipid levels or disease of the heart and blood vessels.

        Liver Disease

        This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients having an impaired liver function or a liver disease. Suitable dose adjustments and clinical safety monitoring are recommended in such cases.

        Bleeding Disorders

        This medicine can interfere with the normal blood clotting and hence should be administered cautiously in patients with pre-existing bleeding disorders.

        Diabetes

        Use of this medicine can lower the blood glucose levels and hence should be used with caution in diabetic patients. Suitable dose adjustments and regular monitoring of blood glucose level are recommended in such cases.
      • Interaction with Food

        Information not available.

      FAQs about Lincodec 25Mg Injection

      • Ques : What is Lincodec 25Mg Injection?

        Ans : Lincodec 25Mg Injection comes under the class of anabolic steroid that helps by altering the effect of male hormone in the body.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Lincodec 25Mg Injection?

        Ans : Lincodec 25Mg Injection is primarily used in the treatment of osteoporosis.

      • Ques : What are the side effects of Lincodec 25Mg Injection?

        Ans : Side effects of this drug include Ankle swelling, Breast enlargement, Edema (swelling), Nausea, Feet swelling, Swelling of legs and Acne.

      • Ques : Is Lincodec 25Mg Injection a steroid? Is Deca durabolin and Lincodec 25Mg Injection the same?

        Ans : Deca durabolin is basically the trade name for the salt Lincodec 25Mg Injection. Yes, Lincodec 25Mg Injection is a type of steroid and has the same effects as that of testosterone.

      • Ques : Is Lincodec 25Mg Injection safe?

        Ans : Lincodec 25Mg Injection is safe to use only if used in dose and duration suggested by a medical expert.

      • Ques : Is Lincodec 25Mg Injection a legal drug?

        Ans : Lincodec 25Mg Injection is an approved and legal medicine for treating bone (osteoporosis) in post-menopausal women. However, this drug should not be used by sports people to enhance their abilities as doing so is a serious crime.

      • Ques : Is Lincodec 25Mg Injection good for joints?

        Ans : Lincodec 25Mg Injection is helpful in managing various conditions associated with joints.

      • Ques : Is Lincodec 25Mg Injection available for oral use?

        Ans : Lincodec 25Mg Injection is available in various forms such as infections as well as oral tablets.

      • Ques : What is deca durabolin/metadec?

        Ans : Deca durabolin/metadec are the names by which Lincodec 25Mg Injection is sold in the market. Basically, Lincodec 25Mg Injection is the key ingredient present in deca durabolin/metadec.

      • Ques : How long can I take Lincodec 25Mg Injection for?

        Ans : For dose and duration, follow the instructions given by the doctor in order to get the maximum benefits.

      • Ques : Does Lincodec 25Mg Injection increase testosterone?

        Ans : Lincodec 25Mg Injection does not help in increasing testosterone but it works in a similar fashion as that to testosterone.

      • Ques : Is Lincodec 25Mg Injection dangerous?

        Ans : This drug can cause potential risk and may be dangerous only if the doctor’s advice is not followed. Overuse of Lincodec 25Mg Injection can be very dangerous and may lead to problems like infertility, increased breast size in men, liver toxicity and psychiatric diseases.

      References

      • Nandrolone decanoate-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 7 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/nandrolone%20decanoate

      • Nandrolone decanoate-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 7 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB08804

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