₨ 33.00
MBBS
ANTI WORM 40mg Tablet 10s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Levamisole:40mg
- Manufactured by : Pharmacare Laboratories (PVT) LTD.
- Drug Strength : 40mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 10s
- Product SKU : dis_4238
Levamisole:40mg | Disease modifying antirheumatic drugs
Alternate brands of ANTI WORM 40mg Tablet 10s
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Manufactured / Marketed By : Pharmacare Product Form : TabletPack Size : 10sIngredients : Levamisole:40mgGeneric Category : Disease modifying antirheumatic drugs
How it works
ANTI WORM 40mg Tablet 10s paralyzes the muscles of the worms and reduces their ability to reproduce.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for ANTI WORM 40mg Tablet 10s
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
- Chest pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Rash
Uses of ANTI WORM 40mg Tablet 10s
What is it prescribed for?
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Ascariasis
This medicine is used to treat ascariasis, an infection of the small intestine caused by Ascaris lumbricoides (giant roundworm).
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Mixed Ascariasis-Hookworm infections
This medicine is used to treat the mixed infections caused by Ascaris lumbricoides (giant roundworms) and hookworms.
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Ancylostomiasis
This medicine is used to treat intestinal infections caused by hookworms.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 2 hours of administration of the dose.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while receiving this medicine since it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as severe headaches, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, etc.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to ANTI WORM 40mg Tablet 10s or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
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Severe renal impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from severe kidney diseases due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Driving or Operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause symptoms such as dizziness, sleepiness, etc. in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
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Hepatic impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Regular monitoring of liver function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Renal impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
This medicine is usually administered/taken as a single dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Anticoagulants moderate
- Phenytoin moderate
General Instructions
Take/Administer this medicine with or without food, as advised by your doctor. Do not take/consume in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Report all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements as well as all your medical conditions to the doctor before taking this medicine.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Levamisole [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/levamisole-1667-api [cited 24 september 2019]. 22 Aug 2018
- pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - Levamisole [Internet]. Available from: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/levamisole [cited 24 september 2019]. 2019-09-21
- drugbank.ca - Levamisole [Internet]. Available from: https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00848 [cited 24 september 2019]. September 02, 2019
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