Decxac 4 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used in the treatment of various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions, autoimmune conditions, and cancer.

Many modern health problems involve inflammation. When the immune system goes into action, inflammation can get out of control and cause damage or pain. Decxac 4 Tablet is a chemical that can stop inflammation

Uses of Decxac Tablet

Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Benefits of Decxac Tablet

In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions

Decxac 4 Tablet gives relief in inflammatory conditions that affect muscles and joints such as arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It also helps manage other inflammatory conditions such as asthma, inflammatory bowel disease, uveitis, ulcerative colitis, and allergies. It works by blocking certain chemicals that cause pain and swelling.

In Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Decxac 4 Tablet gives relief in autoimmune conditions like psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, eczema, atopic dermatitis, etc. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions.

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Side effects of Decxac 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 Decxac

Cardiovascular complications
Metabolic disorder
Infection
Hiccup
Decreased sperm count
Cushing syndrome

How to use Decxac 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. Decxac 4 Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Decxac Tablet works

Decxac 4 Tablet is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Decxac 4 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Decxac 4 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

Decxac 4 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Decxac 4 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Decxac 4 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Decxac 4 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests and other blood tests is advisable while you are taking Decxac 4 Tablet.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Decxac 4 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Decxac 4 Tablet can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Glucocorticoids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Action Class

Glucocorticoids

Patient concerns

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