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Wintil is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Other than this, Wintil has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Wintil 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Wintil also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Wintil side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Wintil are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Wintil is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Wintil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Wintil related warnings section.
Wintil 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. The section on Wintil contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Wintil may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Wintil, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Wintil 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Wintil is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Wintil safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Wintil. If you are pregnant, do not take Wintil without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Wintil safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Wintil for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Wintil on the Kidneys?
Wintil has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Wintil on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Wintil on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Wintil on the Heart?
Wintil may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Wintil 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 Wintil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Wintil habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Wintil. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Wintil will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Wintil is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Wintil is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Wintil
Taking Wintil with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Wintil
Drinking alcohol while taking Wintil may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Discontinuation of Wintil on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Wintil 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.
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.
Wintil 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, Wintil 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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