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Wormis L is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms, Nephrotic Syndrome. The alternative uses of Wormis L have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Wormis L. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Wormis L are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Wormis L can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Wormis L normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Wormis L has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Wormis L has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Wormis L related warnings section.
Wormis L can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Wormis L in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia. Some other conditions that can be affected by Wormis L are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Wormis L with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Wormis L, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Wormis L 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
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Is the use of Wormis L safe for pregnant women?
Wormis L can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Wormis L, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Wormis L safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Wormis L. If you see any side effects, stop taking Wormis L immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Wormis L again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Wormis L on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Wormis L on kidney, information on safety of Wormis L for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Wormis L on the Liver?
Information about safety of Wormis L for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Wormis L on the Heart?
Using Wormis L does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Wormis L 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 Wormis L unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Wormis L habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Wormis L is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Wormis L
Taking Wormis L with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Wormis L
Consuming Wormis L with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Wormis L 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, Wormis L 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.
Yes, Wormis L 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.
No, Wormis L is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
Wormis L is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called anthelmintic. It is used to treat neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.
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)
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ergamisol (levamisole hydrochloride)