Side effects usually come with the use of Deconex, especially with long-term or higher doses administration. Some of the many usual side effects include:
- Dehydration: Deconex will make an individual lose fluid from the body, cause dehydration, and subsequent symptoms such as dry mouth, dizziness, or light-headedness.
- Low potassium levels: Blood potassium levels may go low, leading to muscle cramps, weakness, or an irregular heartbeat.
- Dizziness or fainting: This is especially experienced from rising too fast; the blood pressure may be lowered too low, causing dizziness or even fainting.
- High blood sugar: Deconex raises sugar in the blood. Diabetic patients should take that seriously.
- Nausea or stomach discomfort: It may cause nausea or an upset stomach in some.
If these symptoms are irritating you, you should see your doctor for advice.
Several precautions have to be observed before applying Deconex:
- Kidney or liver diseases: In cases where a person suffers from some kind of kidney or liver diseases, the physician has to either lower the dosage of Deconex or may replace it with another medication.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding: The medication must be strictly avoided during pregnancy except when absolutely necessary. It can pass through the breast milk. Therefore, it is one of those drugs that have to be put under discussion with your doctor before you take it while nursing.
- Electrolyte imbalance: Deconex alters electrolytes such as sodium and potassium levels. You might need to have these checked every now and then during treatment.
- Allergic reactions: In some cases, Deconex can cause an allergic reaction. If you have any of the following symptoms of a severe allergic reaction, seek medical attention right away: rash, itching, or difficulty breathing.