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Goworm is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Goworm also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Goworm is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Goworm are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Goworm as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Goworm are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Goworm is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Goworm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Goworm is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Goworm contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Goworm may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Goworm, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Goworm is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Goworm safe for pregnant women?
Goworm can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Goworm safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Goworm as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Goworm on the Kidneys?
Goworm may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Goworm on the Liver?
Goworm may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Goworm on the Heart?
Side effects of Goworm rarely affect the heart.
Goworm should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Goworm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Goworm habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Goworm. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Goworm since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Goworm does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Goworm is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Goworm
Taking Goworm with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Goworm
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Goworm at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Goworm is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Goworm is broad-spectrum anthelmintic. It has a multidimensional mechanism of action. It mainly works by inhibiting the cell division, motility disruption, glycogen depletion, and tubulin. Hence, in this way, it kills the parasite.
No, you can not buy Goworm over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Goworm is a brand name of albendazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called anthelmintics. It is used to treat infection caused by parasites such as roundworms, hookworms, pinworms, and threadworms. It is also used to treat
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Albenza® (albendazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 850-851