Decofed Tablet DT
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In-stock 10 tablet dt in 1 strip
25.00

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Pain relief Nasal congestion (blocked nose) Fever

COMPOSITION:
Ibuprofen (NA) Pseudoephedrine (NA)

Therapeutic Uses:
pain analgesics

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Taking Ibuprofen with alcohol increases the risk of stomach bleeding.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Decofed Tablet DT may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Decofed Tablet DT is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Decofed Tablet DT does not usually affect your ability to drive.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Decofed Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Decofed Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Decofed Tablet DT is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Decofed Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Decofed Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Decofed Tablet DT is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.


Ibuprofen   NA

Uses of Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen is used for pain relief and fever.It relieves pain and inflammation in conditions like headache, muscle pain, dental pain or joint pain.

How to use Ibuprofen
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it.

How Decofed Tablet DT works
Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Side Effects:

Common Abdominal pain, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Epigastric pain, Flatulence, Nausea, Vomiting, Indigestion.

Expert advice for Ibuprofen
It should be taken with food or milk to avoid getting an upset stomach. It can cause serious complications like stomach bleeding and kidney problems if taken for a long time. Ibuprofen can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Ibuprofen safe?
Ibuprofen is safe if used at the doses and for the duration prescribed by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

Q. Can I take Ibuprofen with Betahistine?
Ibuprofen can be taken with Betahistine. There are no reported drug interactions or harmful effects when they are used together.

Q. Can I take Ibuprofen with Tamsulosin or paracetamol?
Ibuprofen can be taken with Tamsulosin or paracetamol. No harmful side effects or other interactions have been seen when they are taken together.

Q. Can I take Ibuprofen with rabeprazole?
Ibuprofen can be taken with Rabeprazole . Rabeprazole is used to prevent painkiller (NSAIDs) induced gastritis and stomach ulcers by decreasing the production of acid in the stomach. There are no reported drug interactions or harmful effects when they are used together.

Q. Can I take Ibuprofen with famotidine?
Ibuprofen can be taken with Famotidine as no harmul effects have been seen when they are used together. Ibuprofen is a pain killer and belongs to the group of NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents) and you should be careful while taking NSAIDs as they are strong gastric acid stimulators and would increase the gastric acid secretion and further worsen your underlying condition.

Pseudoephedrine   NA

Uses of Pseudoephedrine
Pseudoephedrine is used in the treatment of nasal congestionIt is also used to treat sinus and upper chest congestion.

How to use Pseudoephedrine
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it.

How Decofed Tablet DT works
Pseudoephedrine is a nasal decongestant. It narrows the small blood vessels, which provide temporary relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Vomiting, Headache, Dryness in mouth, Hypersensitivity reaction, Restlessness, Sleep disturbance.

Expert advice for Pseudoephedrine

ï‚·Inform your doctor if you have heart, blood vessel, liver, kidney, bladder or prostate disorder.
ï‚·Seek immediate medical attention if you experience difficulty in breathing, swollen lips or skin, severe rashes and itching, hallucinations, restlessness or sleep disturbances.
ï‚·Inform your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken medication for any mental illness, high blood pressure or glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eye that causes visual problems).
Do not take if allergic to pseudoephedrine or any of its ingredients.
Do not take if  medication is going for any mental disorder, nasal sprays for decongestion, high blood pressure.
Do not take if suffering with kidney, heart, liver, blood vessel disorder or diabetes, hyperthyroidism, phaeochromocytoma (a rare tumor of the adrenal glands) or glaucoma.
Do not take if below below 12 years.
Do not take if Pregnant and breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can I take pseudoephedrine for allergies?
Pseudoephedrine does give symptomatic relief from seasonal allergic conditions such as runny nose and nasal decongestion.

Q. Can I take pseudoephedrine with ibuprofen?
Yes. Ibuprofen may relieve fever experienced during cold.

Q. Can I take Pseudoephedrine with Tamsulosin?
Pseudoephedrine and Tamsulosin are not known to have any meaningful interactions. However, they act by opposite mechanisms and produce opposite effects and hence you should consult your doctor before taking these medicines together because one can decrease the effect of the other.

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