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Krimfre is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms, Hookworm Infection, Pinworms. Secondary and off-label uses of Krimfre have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Krimfre. 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.
Common side effects of Krimfre include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Krimfre have been listed ahead. These side effects of Krimfre are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Krimfre is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Krimfre's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Krimfre are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Krimfre may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Krimfre is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Krimfre 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Krimfre safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Krimfre. If you are pregnant, do not take Krimfre without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Krimfre safe during breastfeeding?
Krimfre can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Krimfre on the Kidneys?
Using Krimfre does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Krimfre on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Krimfre on the liver.
What is the effect of Krimfre on the Heart?
Krimfre is not harmful for the heart.
Krimfre should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Krimfre unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Krimfre habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Krimfre is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Krimfre you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Krimfre only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Krimfre is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Krimfre
Taking Krimfre with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Krimfre
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Krimfre with alcohol.
Krimfre contains ivermectin which works by killing the parasite by causing paralysis. In this way Krimfre gives relief from parasitic and worm infections.
No, Krimfre is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
No, you must not discontinue Krimfre on your own. Discontinuing Krimfre own your own might lead to a relapse of the infection. Therefore, you must follow the recommendations of your doctor.
No, Krimfre is not an over-the-counter drug. It is a prescription drug which cannot be bought from the pharmacy without a valid prescription of the registered medical practitioner.
Krimfre is a brand name of ivermectin and it is available in the form of a tablet, syrup. It belongs to the class of drugs known as anthelmintics. It is a prescription drug used for the treatment of parasitic and worm infections. It is also used to treat head or pubic lice infestation, and scabies (an itchy skin condition caused by small mites that live under the skin)
This medicine data has been created by -
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