Helmex 200 Mg Suspension: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Helmex Information

Helmex is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Other than this, Helmex has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Helmex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

Helmex also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Helmex as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Helmex go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Helmex's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Helmex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Helmex related warnings section.

Helmex can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Helmex in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia. The section on Helmex contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Helmex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Helmex is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Helmex Benefits & Uses
Helmex Dosage & How to Take
Helmex Side Effects
Helmex Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Helmex with Other Drugs
Helmex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Helmex
Helmex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Helmex Benefits & Uses

Helmex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Intestinal Worms

Other Benefits

Helmex Dosage & How to Take

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

Helmex Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Helmex is used -

Severe

Abnormal liver function

Moderate

Hepatitis
Blurred vision

Mild

Diarrhoea
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Steven-johnsons syndrome

Common

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Hair Loss
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Helmex Related Warnings

Is the use of Helmex safe for pregnant women?

Helmex can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Helmex safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Helmex as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Helmex on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Helmex on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Helmex on the Liver?

There may be severe side effects of Helmex on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe
What is the effect of Helmex on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Helmex on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Helmex with Other Drugs

Helmex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clozapine

Moderate

Lopinavir

Diltiazem

Mild

Atropine

Hyoscine

Helmex Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Helmex unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Cerebral Malaria
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Helmex

Is this Helmex habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Helmex cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Helmex since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Helmex is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Helmex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Helmex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Helmex

It is safe to take Helmex with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Helmex

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Helmex at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Helmex

Question over 5 years ago

Is Helmex an antibiotic?

Dr. , General Physician

No, Helmex is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Helmex?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Helmex should be taken with a meal, especially with a fatty meal which helps in absorption of a drug. Preferably taken at night which helps, your worm will come out with feces. However, take it exactly as your doctor recommended you to take it.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Helmex a pain-killer?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Helmex is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called anthelmintic. It is used to treat neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Helmex with antibiotic?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Helmex can be taken with an antibiotic. No harmful interaction have been reported. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. It is best to consult your doctor before taking this medicine with an antibiotic.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Helmex work?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Helmex 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.