Deskast Tablet is taken with or
without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose
you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the
medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your
doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may
come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know
about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be
affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are
nausea, diarrhea, dryness in mouth, vomiting, skin rash, flu-like
symptoms, fatigue, and headache. Most of these are temporary and usually
resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all
concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause
dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires
mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid
drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your
sleepiness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your
medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids
while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine it
is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or
kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant,
planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.