Decacon 50 Injection

Quick info

Decacon 50 Injection is a medicine used to treat osteoporosis in post-menopausal women by strengthening bones. Decacon 50 Injection is generally given by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should take it regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop using the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so.

How it works

Decacon 50 Injection is an anabolic steroid which mimics the effect of male hormone (testosterone). It works by strengthening the bones which become thin and fragile due to osteoporosis.

Direction of use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Tips

• You have been prescribed Decacon 50 Injection for the treatment of osteoporosis in women after menopause.
• It is given as an injection into muscle of upper arm or leg by your doctor.
• Inform your doctor if you develop male characteristics such as hoarseness, increased hair growth, acne and increased sex drive.
• Do not take Decacon 50 Injection if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Side Effects

• edema (swelling of legs, ankle, and feet)
• fluid retention
• nausea
• acne
• breast enlargement