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Wormectol Suspension Information

Wormectol Suspension is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms, Hookworm Infection, Pinworms. Other than this, Wormectol Suspension has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Wormectol Suspension depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Wormectol Suspension also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Wormectol Suspension have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Wormectol Suspension go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Wormectol Suspension is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Wormectol Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Wormectol Suspension contraindications section.

Besides this, Wormectol Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Wormectol Suspension is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Wormectol Suspension Benefits & Uses

Wormectol Suspension is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Parasitic Infections

Wormectol Suspension 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
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: strength 6 mg ivermectin and 400 mg albendazole in 10 ml

Wormectol Suspension Side Effects

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

Common

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Hair Loss
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Diarrhoea

Wormectol Suspension Related Warnings

Is the use of Wormectol Suspension safe for pregnant women?

Wormectol has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Wormectol without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Wormectol Suspension safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Wormectol. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Wormectol Suspension on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Wormectol on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Wormectol Suspension on the Liver?

Using Wormectol does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Wormectol Suspension on the Heart?

Wormectol is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Wormectol Suspension with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Clozapine

Lopinavir

Diltiazem

Hyoscine

Wormectol Suspension Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Neutropenia
Liver Cirrhosis
Fatty Liver

Frequently asked Questions about Wormectol Suspension

Is this Wormectol Suspension habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Wormectol Suspension.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Wormectol Suspension can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Wormectol Suspension is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Wormectol Suspension in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Wormectol Suspension Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Wormectol Suspension

It is safe to take Wormectol Suspension with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Wormectol Suspension

Information about the interaction of Wormectol Suspension and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Wormectol Suspension

Question almost 6 years ago

Is it safe to take Wormectol?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Wormectol is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Wormectol an over the counter drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Wormectol is not an over-the-counter drug. It is a prescription drug which cannot be bought from the pharmacy without a valid prescription of the registered medical practitioner.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Wormectol treat ringworm?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS, MS , Urology, General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

No, Wormectol does not treat ringworm (a fungal infection). It should not be used in the treatment of ringworm because Wormectol is an anthelmintic that is active only against parasites and worms, not fungi which cause the ringworm.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Wormectol?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS, MS , Urology, General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Take Wormectol as directed by your doctor. It is usually taken as a single dose on an empty stomach with water. If you are taking Wormectol to treat onchocerciasis, additional doses 3, 6, or 12 months later may be necessary to control infection.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Wormectol?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Wormectol is a brand name of ivermectin and it is available in the form of a tablet, syrup. It belongs to the class of drugs known as anthelmintics. It is a prescription drug used for the treatment of parasitic and worm infections. It is also used to treat head or pubic lice infestation, and scabies (an itchy skin condition caused by small mites that live under the skin)