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Goworm Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Other than this, Goworm Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Goworm Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Goworm Tablet include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Goworm Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Goworm Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Goworm Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Goworm Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Goworm Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Goworm Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Goworm Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Goworm Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Goworm Tablet 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Goworm Tablet 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 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Goworm as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Goworm Tablet on the Kidneys?
Goworm may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Goworm Tablet 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 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Goworm rarely affect the heart.
Goworm Tablet 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 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Goworm Tablet habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Goworm Tablet. 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 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Goworm Tablet does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Goworm Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Goworm Tablet
Taking Goworm Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Goworm Tablet
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Goworm Tablet 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
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