DECABOLIN 50mg|ml Injection ampule. is similar to the sex hormone testosterone and promotes tissue building and protein formation in the This medicine is similar to the sex hormone testosterone and promotes tissue building and protein formation in the body. It also promotes the production of red blood cells.body. It also promotes the production of red blood cells.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for DECABOLIN 50mg|ml Injection ampule.

Acne

Trouble sleeping

Chills

Impaired liver function severe

Nausea

Diarrhea

Increased blood calcium levels severe

Hirsutism severe

Deepening of the voice severe

Uses of DECABOLIN 50mg|ml Injection ampule.
What is it prescribed for?

Postmenopausal osteoporosis
This medicine 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
This medicine is used for the management of anemia in patients who have an impaired kidney function.

Debilitating illness
This medicine is also used for speedy recovery from an illness that seriously affects the strength of the patient.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

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

Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts up to 30 days.

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

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

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

Usage while breast-feeding?
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.

When not to use?

Allergy
Use of this medicine is not recommended for patients having a known history of allergy to DECABOLIN 50mg|ml Injection ampule. 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.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

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

Breast-feeding
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.

General Warnings

Peanut allergy
This medicine may contain Arachis oil which is obtained from peanuts and hence should not be used by patients who are allergic to peanuts or soya.

Virilisation
This medicine can cause Virilisation which could make female voice hoarse and very deep and hence should be used with caution.

Pediatric use
This medicine should not be administered to children and adolescents who are yet to attain puberty. Use of this medicine could interfere with the growth and sexual development process.

Misuse by sportsperson
This medicine should not be used by sportspersons or body builders to enhance performance and muscle growth as the risk of adverse effects are very high. World anti-doping agency and other sports bodies have banned the use of this medicine by active sportspersons.

Other disease
This medicine works by improving the tissue building and protein formation capacity of the body. Hence it is likely to impact other conditions or diseases you might suffer from. Report the incidence of any disease especially of the heart and blood vessels, cancers, metabolic disorders to the doctor before receiving this medicine.

Other medicine
This medicine is known to interact with many other medications that you might possibly be using. Report the use of all medicines including supplements and herbs to the doctor to ensure safety and efficacy.

Increased libido
This medicine can cause an increase in sexual urges in men. Report instances of frequent and painful erections to the doctor.

Dosage

Missed Dose
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.

Overdose
Contact your doctor if an overdose with DECABOLIN 50mg|ml Injection ampule. is suspected. However, the likelihood of an overdose and associated symptoms is very low.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Dexamethasone moderate

Warfarin severe

Leflunomide severe

Insulin moderate

Disease interactions

severe
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.

severe
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.

severe
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.

severe
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.

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

moderate
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.

Lab interactions

General Instructions

Take This medicine as instructed by the doctor. It is advised to take this medicine in the presence of trained healthcare professional.

Other details

Food timings: Information not available

Administration time: Information not available

Sleep inducing: Information not available

References

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Nandrolone [Internet].
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[cited 5/7/2021].
2007