Medicines based on Niclosamide
Niclosamide Information
Niclosamide is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Niclosamide depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Niclosamide Benefits & Uses
Niclosamide is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Niclosamide 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 |
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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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Niclosamide Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Niclosamide is used -
Niclosamide Related Warnings
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Is the use of Niclosamide safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Niclosamide in pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Niclosamide safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Niclosamide for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
Mild -
What is the effect of Niclosamide on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Niclosamide on the kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Niclosamide on the Liver?
Niclosamide is not harmful for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Niclosamide on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Niclosamide for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Niclosamide with Other Drugs
Niclosamide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Niclosamide Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Niclosamide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Niclosamide
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Is this Niclosamide habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Niclosamide is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Niclosamide you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Niclosamide is considered safe.
Safe -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Niclosamide is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Niclosamide Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Niclosamide
Taking Niclosamide with food does not cause any problems.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Niclosamide
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Niclosamide.
Unknown
See all substitutes for Niclosamide
- Niclosan Tablet - ₹16
- Niclosamide Tablet - ₹200
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