Cantel Syrup: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cantel Information

Cantel, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup, Tablet. Intestinal Worms are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Cantel has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Cantel depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Cantel include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cantel as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cantel 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.

In addition, Cantel's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cantel related warnings talks about Cantel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Cantel is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia are examples of such conditions. The section on Cantel contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Cantel may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Cantel Benefits & Uses

Cantel is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Intestinal Worms

Other Benefits

Cantel 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

Cantel Related Warnings

Is the use of Cantel safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Cantel safe during breastfeeding?

Cantel may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Cantel on the Kidneys?

Cantel may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cantel on the Liver?

Cantel can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.

Severe
What is the effect of Cantel on the Heart?

Cantel is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cantel with Other Drugs

Cantel 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

Cantel Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Cerebral Malaria
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Cantel

Is this Cantel habit forming or addictive?

Cantel can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cantel since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Cantel is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cantel cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cantel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cantel

It is safe to take Cantel with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cantel

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Cantel are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Cantel

Question about 5 years ago

Does Cantel cause stomach upset?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Cantel safe to use?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cantel 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Cantel a pain-killer?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Cantel is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called anthelmintic. It is used to treat neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cantel cause constipation?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Cantel causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cantel cause diarrhea?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cantel causes diarrhea. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.