Worma: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Worma Information

Worma, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Secondary and off-label uses of Worma have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Worma depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Worma include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Worma have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Worma are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Worma's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Worma's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Worma is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Worma contraindications section.

Additionally, Worma may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Worma is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Worma Benefits & Uses
Worma Dosage & How to Take
Worma Side Effects
Worma Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Worma with Other Drugs
Worma Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Worma
Worma Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Worma Benefits & Uses

Worma is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Intestinal Worms

Other Benefits

Worma Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Worma Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Worma is used -

Severe

Abnormal liver function

Moderate

Hepatitis
Blurred vision

Mild

Diarrhoea
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Steven-johnsons syndrome

Common

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Hair Loss
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Worma Related Warnings

Is the use of Worma safe for pregnant women?

Worma shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Worma safe during breastfeeding?

Worma may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Worma on the Kidneys?

Worma rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Worma on the Liver?

Effects of Worma on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Worma on the Heart?

Side effects of Worma rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Worma with Other Drugs

Worma should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clozapine

Moderate

Lopinavir

Diltiazem

Mild

Atropine

Hyoscine

Worma Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Worma unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Cerebral Malaria
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Worma

Is this Worma habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Worma cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Worma since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Worma does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Worma is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Worma Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Worma

It is safe to take Worma with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Worma

Drinking alcohol while taking Worma may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Worma

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Worma cause stomach upset?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Worma cause constipation?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Worma 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Worma an antibiotic?

Dr. , General Physician

No, Worma is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Worma over-the-counter?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Worma 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Worma?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Worma should be taken with a meal, especially with a fatty meal which helps in absorption of a drug. Preferably taken at night which helps, your worm will come out with feces. However, take it exactly as your doctor recommended you to take it.