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Octodec 25mg Inj
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1ml Injection
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Medical Description
Octodec Injection is used for the treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women to manage bones from weakening. It contains nandrolone as its active ingredient. This medicine acts by strengthening weak and brittle bones. This injection will be given to you in the hospital or clinic by a doctor or nurse. You should avoid self-injecting. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting this medicine....
Uses of Octodec 25 MG
Octodec Injection is used in treating osteoporosis (a condition in which bones become weak and brittle) in women post-menopause.
Contraindications of Octodec 25 MG
- If you are allergic to Nandrolone or any other ingredients of Octodec Injection.
- If you are pregnant or think you may be or are planning a pregnancy.
- If you have a blood disease called porphyria.
- If you are allergic to soy or peanuts.
Side effects of Octodec 25 MG
- Injection site reaction
- Nausea
- Itching
- Swelling of ankles or feet
- Acne
- Excess hair growth on the body or face
- Hoarseness or change in voice
Precautions and Warnings of Octodec 25 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Octodec Injection during pregnancy?
A:
Octodec Injection must not be used during pregnancy, as there is limited information about its safety in human pregnancy. When pregnancy is detected, this medicine should be discontinued immediately. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant before using it.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Octodec Injection while breastfeeding?
A:
It is unknown if nandrolone passes into human breastmilk, hence you should not breastfeed, while taking Octodec Injection. Consult your doctor before using this medicine while breastfeeding.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Octodec Injection?
A:
It is not expected that Octodec Injection will affect your ability to drive or operate machines.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Octodec Injection?
A:
Although there is no known interaction with alcohol and Octodec Injection, it is essential to consult your physician if you have a habit of regular drinking.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are above 60 years old.
- You have kidney or lung cancer.
- You have migraine or fits (epilepsy).
- You suffer from diabetes or high blood pressure.
- You have problems with your heart, liver or kidney.
- You had or have breast cancer which may have spread to the bones.
- You are taking or about to start medicines like Prednisone, Betamethasone (used to treat rheumatic arthritis, asthma, etc).
- You notice any male characteristics (change in voice, excess hair growth on the body or face), contact your doctor urgently.
- You should let the doctor or the laboratory person know that you are using Octodec Injection while going for a lab test, as this medicine may interfere with the lab tests.
Mode of Action of Octodec 25 MG
How Does It Work?
Nandrolone belongs to the group of medicines called anabolic steroids which is similar to the effects of testosterone. Nandrolone in Octodec Injection works by strengthening the bones, thus helps in preventing bone loss. in this medicine works by strengthening the bones, thus helps in preventing bone loss....
Directions for Use of Octodec 25 MG
- Octodec Injection will be given to you in the hospital by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject this medicine.
- Follow any instructions suggested by the doctor or nurse during the procedure or for aftercare.
Interactions of Octodec 25 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Octodec Injection may interact with other medicines, discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled....
- The use of insulin or other antidiabetics along with this medicine can affect the way this medicine works. Thus close monitoring is necessary.
- Concomitant use of this medicine along with blood thinners like Warfarin, heparin, etc may alter the effects of this medicine.
- Use the hormone ACTH or corticosteroids (used in arthritis, asthma, etc), medicines like Erythropoietin (used in anemia) should be used with caution along with Octodec Injection.
- You should let the doctor or the laboratory person know that you are using this medicine while going for a lab test (like thyroid gland), as this medicine may interfere with the lab tests.
Storage and disposal of Octodec 25 MG
- Store Octodec Injection under the conditions mentioned on the pack.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Octodec 25 MG
Overdose
Octodec Injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse. Therefore, it is less likely that you may get an overdose on this medicine. If you experience any symptoms right after taking this injection, seek medical help....
Missed a Dose
You will be monitored by the doctor or nurse as to when Octodec Injection should be given to you. It is unlikely that the dose will be missed. However, if you think your doctor or nurse might have missed a dose, inform them....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Does Octodec Injection contain steroid?
A: Yes, it contains nandrolone, an anabolic steroid that works by strengthening the bones, thus helping in preventing bone loss.
Q: Can Octodec be used for joint pain?
A: No, It is used to treat to strengthen the weakened and brittle bones caused due to osteoporosis.
Q: What is the use of Octodec Injection?
A: Octodec Injection is used for the treatment of osteoporosis (a condition in which bones become weak and brittle) in women post-menopause.
Q: Can I take Octodec by myself?
A: Octodec is to be taken by injection. So, it is always advisable to get this injection from an experienced doctor or nurse. So, this medicine should not be self-administered.
References
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- Deca-Durabolin Injection- Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 27 April 2022]
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Product Details
Brand
OCTODEC
Expires on or After
15/08/2022
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| Contains | Nandrolone(25.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Post-menopausal osteoporosis |
| Side effects | Injection site reaction, nausea, itching, acne |
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