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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 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 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.
Is the use of Worma safe during breastfeeding?
Worma may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Worma on the Kidneys?
Worma rarely harms the kidneys.
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.
What is the effect of Worma on the Heart?
Side effects of Worma rarely affect the heart.
Worma 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 Worma unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Worma habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Worma cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, Worma does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Worma is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Worma
It is safe to take Worma with food.
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.
Yes, Worma 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.
Yes, Worma 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.
Discontinuation of Worma on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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.
Worma 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.
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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