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Vol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Vol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vol. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Vol are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Vol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Vol 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, Vol's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Vol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Vol related warnings section.
Vol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Vol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Vol with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vol is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Vol 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 Vol safe for pregnant women?
Vol has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Vol without medical advice.
Is the use of Vol safe during breastfeeding?
Vol may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Vol on the Kidneys?
Vol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Vol on the Liver?
Vol may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Vol on the Heart?
Vol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Vol 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 Vol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vol habit forming or addictive?
Vol can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Vol as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Vol, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Vol is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vol
Taking Vol with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vol
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Vol at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Vol is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, dizziness, diarrhea, constipation, and hepatotoxicity.
Vol is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Vol 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, Vol 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, Vol 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