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Sodium Tetradecyl

Latest prescription information about Sodium Tetradecyl. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Sodium Tetradecyl
Pronunciation : SO-dee-uhm tet-ra-deck-el
Trade Name(s): 
International- Sotradecol.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : 
This medication is sclerosing agent, prescribed for varicose veins.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 


Contraindicated in patients with uncontrolled diabetes, an overactive thyroid, tuberculosis (TB), asthma, tumor, infection, blood disease, lung disease, skin disease, pain, swelling, or redness near the vein, bedridden, and hypersensitivity.


When it is to be taken : 
IV- The recommended dose is 0.5 to 2 mL.
How it should be taken : 
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.
Special Instruction : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of Buerger disease, hardening of the arteries, blood clots, nerve injury, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
* Extreme caution needed for newborns.
Side Effects : 
Local - Pain, hives, and ulceration.
Allergic Reactions - Hives, asthma, hay fever and anaphylactic shock.
Other Precautions : 
* Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store at 20°C to 25°C.

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