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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 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 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.
Is the use of Helmex safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Helmex as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Helmex on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Helmex on kidney have been reported.
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.
What is the effect of Helmex on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Helmex on the heart have been reported.
Helmex 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 Helmex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Helmex habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Helmex cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
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.
Is it safe?
Helmex is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Helmex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Helmex
It is safe to take Helmex with food.
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.
No, Helmex is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
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.
Yes, Helmex may cause hair loss. It is reversible, may grow back after stopping the medicine. However, if you experience hair loss after consuming medicine, immediately inform a doctor and follow his/her instruction.
Yes, Helmex causes diarrhea. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.
Yes, Helmex causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the 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