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Dicarb Information

Dicarb is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Filariasis.

The right dosage of Dicarb depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dicarb as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Dicarb are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Dicarb has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Dicarb's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dicarb related warnings section.

The section on Dicarb contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Dicarb may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dicarb is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Dicarb Benefits & Uses
Dicarb Dosage & How to Take
Dicarb Side Effects
Dicarb Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Dicarb with Other Drugs
Dicarb Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Dicarb
Dicarb Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Dicarb Benefits & Uses

Dicarb is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Dicarb Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Filariasis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: Starts with 1mg/kg on first day
Geriatric	Disease: Filariasis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: Starts with 1mg/kg on first day

Dicarb Related Warnings

Is the use of Dicarb safe for pregnant women?

Dicarb can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Dicarb safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Dicarb in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Dicarb is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Dicarb on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Dicarb. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dicarb on the Liver?

Dicarb may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Dicarb on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Dicarb. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Dicarb with Other Drugs

Dicarb should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Chloroquine

Quinine

Mefloquine

Dicarb Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dicarb unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Allergy
Epilepsy
Eye Disorders

Frequently asked Questions about Dicarb

Is this Dicarb habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Dicarb.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Dicarb does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Dicarb only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Dicarb is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Dicarb Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dicarb

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Dicarb with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dicarb

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Dicarb.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Dicarb

Question over 5 years ago

Is Dicarb given with albendazole?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Dicarb is given with albendazole for the treatment of filaria. You must speak to your doctor first before taking any combination.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Dicarb work?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Dicarb alters the muscular activity of the filaria, also alters its surface membranes making it more susceptible to the host. The destruction of organisms and release of antigens can lead to toxicity and produce an inflammatory reaction which may be present in the form of severe itching, rash, edema, hypotension, fever, presence of protein in urine, painful joints, swollen or enlarged lymph nodes, and abnormal enlargement of the spleen. These complications can be lessened by pre-treatment with corticosteroids.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Dicarb cause an allergic reaction?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Yes, Dicarb may cause an allergic reaction. Call your doctor immediately if you suffer from any kind of an allergic reaction. Also inform your doctor if you are allergic to any food, preservative, dye or an animal.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Dicarb cause eye damage?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Dicarb when used against the microfilariae of o.vulvus in skin and eye can cause permanent damage due to the reactions like uveitis (swelling of the middle layer of the eye), punctuate keratitis (death of cells on the surface of the cornea) and retinal pigment epithelium atrophy (degeneration of retinal pigment epithelium).

Question over 5 years ago

Is Dicarb used for the treatment of ocular onchocerciasis?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Dicarb is not used for the treatment of ocular onchocerciasis because of the fear of antigen-antibody inflammatory reaction. Ivermectin is now used of the treatment of ocular onchocerciasis. Onchocerciasis is also known African River Blindness. It is caused by O. volvulus and it can lead to severe visual impairment.