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Noworm Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Other than this, Noworm Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Noworm Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Noworm Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Noworm Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Noworm Tablet 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.
It is also important to note that Noworm Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Noworm Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia must refrain from the use of Noworm Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Noworm Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Noworm Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Noworm Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Noworm 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Noworm Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Noworm Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Noworm. If you are pregnant, do not take Noworm without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Noworm Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Noworm on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Noworm Tablet on the Kidneys?
Noworm may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Noworm Tablet on the Liver?
Noworm may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Noworm Tablet on the Heart?
Noworm is rarely harmful for the heart.
Noworm 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 Noworm Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Noworm Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Noworm Tablet can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Noworm Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Noworm Tablet, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Noworm Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Noworm Tablet
Taking Noworm Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Noworm Tablet
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Noworm 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, Noworm 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.
Noworm 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, Noworm 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.
No, you can not buy Noworm 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.
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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