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Alzyl Suspension is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. Intestinal Worms are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Alzyl Suspension have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Alzyl Suspension. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Alzyl Suspension include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Alzyl Suspension side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Alzyl Suspension go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Alzyl Suspension's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Alzyl Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Alzyl Suspension related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia must refrain from the use of Alzyl Suspension since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Alzyl Suspension contraindications section.
Besides this, Alzyl Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alzyl Suspension is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Alzyl Suspension 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.
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Is the use of Alzyl Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Alzyl shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Alzyl Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Alzyl has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Alzyl Suspension on the Kidneys?
Alzyl has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alzyl Suspension on the Liver?
Effects of Alzyl on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Alzyl Suspension on the Heart?
Side effects of Alzyl rarely affect the heart.
Alzyl Suspension 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 Alzyl Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alzyl Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Alzyl Suspension can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Alzyl Suspension as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Alzyl Suspension is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Alzyl Suspension is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alzyl Suspension
Taking Alzyl Suspension with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alzyl Suspension
Drinking alcohol while taking Alzyl Suspension may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Alzyl is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called anthelmintic. It is used to treat neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.
No, Alzyl is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
Alzyl is broad-spectrum anthelmintic. It has a multidimensional mechanism of action. It mainly works by inhibiting the cell division, motility disruption, glycogen depletion, and tubulin. Hence, in this way, it kills the parasite.
Take Alzyl as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Alzyl can be taken with an antibiotic. No harmful interaction have been reported. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. It is best to consult your doctor before taking this medicine with an antibiotic.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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