INSTADEC contains Nandrolone decanoate which belongs to the group of medicines known as anabolic steroids. It is indicated to treat osteoporosis (loss of bone tissue), certain types of anaemia, breast cancer (in women) and patients on long term corticosteroids. It helps to rebuild tissues that have become weak because of continuing illness or serious injury and used to increase lean body mass in the case of negative nitrogen balance. It can also be used to increase bone mass and stimulate the formation of red blood cells in the bone marrow.
Nandrolone is an anabolic steroid occurs in the human body, which increases production and urinary excretion of erythropoietin, also have a direct action on bone marrow. It binds to the androgen receptor to a greater degree than testosterone, but due to its inability to act on the muscle in ways unmediated by the receptor, has less overall effect on muscle growth. Nandrolone is an androgen receptor agonist which bounds to the receptor complexes that allows it to enter the nucleus and bind directly to specific nucleotide sequences of the chromosomal DNA.
Before receiving this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver, kidney or heart problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding. This medicine is not recommended for children below 3 years of age. The common side effects are pain at the injection site, nausea, rash and itching.
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INSTADEC is an androgen receptor agonist that bounds to the receptor complexes which allows it to enter the nucleus and bind directly to specific nucleotide sequences of the chromosomal DNA.
INSTADEC should only be given by your doctor or a nurse. It will be administered deeply into a muscle (in the buttock, upper leg or upper arm).
Nausea:
Stick to simple normal meals and do not eat rich or spicy foods.
INSTADEC is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
INSTADEC is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
INSTADEC has no influence on driving and handling of machines.
INSTADEC is not recommended in patients with active kidney diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.
INSTADEC is not recommended in patients with active liver diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.
Tell your doctor if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Nandrolone decanoate.
INSTADEC should be used with caution in patients suffering from active heart diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.
Inform your doctor if you have or had,
Inform your doctor if you are using or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription or the following,
Drug | : | Nandrolone decanoate |
Pharmacological Category | : | Anabolic steroids |
Therapeutic Indication | : | Treatment of anemia and osteoporosis |
Dosage Forms | : | Injection, Solution |
Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.
Is INSTADEC safe?
It is safe if used as directed by your doctor.
Can INSTADEC administer for children?
This medicine is not recommended for use in children under 3 years of age.
Can INSTADEC be used during pregnancy?
It is not recommended if you are trying to pregnant or pregnant. Consult your doctor for advice.
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