Winworm: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Winworm Information

Winworm is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Winworm also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Winworm. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Winworm are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Winworm side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Winworm 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.

In addition, Winworm's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Winworm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Winworm related warnings section.

Winworm can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Winworm in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia. Other contraindications of Winworm have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Winworm may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Winworm is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Winworm Benefits & Uses

Winworm is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Intestinal Worms

Other Benefits

Winworm 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	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Winworm Related Warnings

Is the use of Winworm safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Winworm. If you are pregnant, do not take Winworm without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Winworm safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Winworm as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Winworm on the Kidneys?

Winworm rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Winworm on the Liver?

There may be severe side effects of Winworm on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe
What is the effect of Winworm on the Heart?

Winworm has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Winworm with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Clozapine

Moderate

Lopinavir

Diltiazem

Mild

Atropine

Hyoscine

Winworm Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Cerebral Malaria
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Winworm

Is this Winworm habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Winworm. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Winworm does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Winworm is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Winworm is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Winworm Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Winworm

You can take Winworm with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Winworm

Drinking alcohol while taking Winworm may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Winworm

Question over 5 years ago

How does Winworm work?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Winworm 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Winworm?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Take Winworm as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I buy Winworm over-the-counter?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Winworm over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Winworm?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Winworm 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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Winworm without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Winworm 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.