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Vol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Vol 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 Vol. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Vol are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Vol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Vol 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, Vol's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Vol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Vol related warnings section.
Vol 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. Other contraindications of Vol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Vol with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vol is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Vol 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Vol is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Vol safe for pregnant women?
Vol can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Vol safe during breastfeeding?
Vol may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Vol on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Vol on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Vol on the Liver?
Vol can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Vol on the Heart?
Side effects of Vol rarely affect the heart.
Vol 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 Vol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vol habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Vol cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Vol since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Vol is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Vol is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vol
Taking Vol with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vol
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Yes, Vol 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.
Vol 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.
Vol 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
Yes, Vol may cause hair loss. It is reversible, may grow back after stopping the medicine. However, if you experience hair loss after consuming medicine, immediately inform a doctor and follow his/her instruction.
Yes, Vol 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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