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Low is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. The alternative uses of Low have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Low depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Low include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Low side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Low go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Low is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Low related warnings talks about Low's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Low can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Low in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia. Other contraindications of Low have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Low may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Low is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Low 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 Low safe for pregnant women?
Low shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Low safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Low on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Low on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Low on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Low on the Liver?
Effects of Low on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Low on the Heart?
Low is rarely harmful for the heart.
Low 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 Low unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Low habit forming or addictive?
Low can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Low since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Low does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Low in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Low
Taking Low with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Low
Drinking alcohol while taking Low may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Discontinuation of Low on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Low 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.
No, Low is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
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.
No, you can not buy Low 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.
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