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Thelmin 400 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Intestinal Worms are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Thelmin 400 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Thelmin 400 Tablet. 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 side effects typically associated with Thelmin 400 Tablet include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Thelmin 400 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Thelmin 400 Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Thelmin 400 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Thelmin 400 Tablet related warnings talks about Thelmin 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia must refrain from the use of Thelmin 400 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Thelmin 400 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Thelmin 400 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Thelmin 400 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Thelmin 400 Tablet 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
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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Is the use of Thelmin 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Thelmin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Thelmin 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Thelmin may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Thelmin 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Thelmin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Thelmin 400 Tablet on the Liver?
Thelmin can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Thelmin 400 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Thelmin rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Thelmin 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Thelmin 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Thelmin 400 Tablet cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Thelmin 400 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Thelmin 400 Tablet is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Thelmin 400 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Thelmin 400 Tablet
Taking Thelmin 400 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Thelmin 400 Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Thelmin 400 Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
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.
Yes, Thelmin 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.
Thelmin 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
Thelmin should be taken with a meal, especially with a fatty meal which helps in absorption of a drug. Preferably taken at night which helps, your worm will come out with feces. However, take it exactly as your doctor recommended you to take it.
Discontinuation of Thelmin on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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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