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Dec Tablet


Introduction of Dec Tablet

Dec Tablet is a combination medicine that is used in the treatment of parasitic infections. It works by decreasing the muscular activity and paralysing the worms. It also increases the stickiness of mucus, thereby helping in its removal from the airways.

Dec Tablet is a combination of expectorants, antiprotozoal agents, and H1 antihistaminics (first generation) medicines.

Uses of Dec Tablet

  • Parasitic infections

Benefits of Dec Tablet

In Parasitic infections

Dec Tablet helps treat parasitic worm infections. It works by killing and stopping the further growth of parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Dec 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 Dec

  • Nausea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Sleepiness
  • Headache
  • Allergic reaction

How to use Dec 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. Dec Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Dec Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dec Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Dec Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Dec Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dec Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dec Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Dec Tablet may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Dec Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dec Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Dec Tablet in these patients.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Dec Tablet

  • You have been prescribed Dec Tablet to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections.
  • 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.
  • Always wash your hands: 
    1. After using the toilet.
    2. Before, during, and after preparing food.
    3. Before eating food.
    4. Before and after caring for a person who is sick.
    5. After touching an animal or animal waste.
  • Cook food to its recommended internal temperature.
  • Always boil your water to make it safe to drink.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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Pls find attache report. My eosinphil count is always high. Pls suggest what should i do.
Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan
ENT
Consult a physician too. Take DEC
I want to know what is the perfact time to be pregnant after periods. My period start from 3 dec till 6 dec
Dr. Suman Rao
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
From 13 th to 20 th Dec , if you have regular 30 days cycle.
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