Wintil 400 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Wintil 400 Tablet Information

Wintil 400 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Secondary and off-label uses of Wintil 400 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Wintil 400 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Wintil 400 Tablet are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Wintil 400 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Wintil 400 Tablet 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, Wintil 400 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Wintil 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia must refrain from the use of Wintil 400 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Wintil 400 Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Wintil 400 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Wintil 400 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Wintil Benefits & Uses
Wintil Dosage & How to Take
Wintil Side Effects
Wintil Related Warnings
Wintil Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Wintil
Wintil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Wintil 400 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Wintil 400 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Intestinal Worms

Other Benefits

Wintil 400 Tablet 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

Wintil 400 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Wintil 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Wintil shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Wintil 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Wintil has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Wintil 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Wintil rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Wintil 400 Tablet on the Liver?

Wintil may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Wintil 400 Tablet on the Heart?

Wintil is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Wintil 400 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Wintil 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Cerebral Malaria
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Wintil 400 Tablet

Is this Wintil 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Wintil 400 Tablet can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Wintil 400 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

There are no side effects of Wintil 400 Tablet, so it is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Wintil 400 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Wintil 400 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Wintil 400 Tablet

Taking Wintil 400 Tablet with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Wintil 400 Tablet

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Wintil 400 Tablet at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Wintil 400 Tablet

Question over 4 years ago

Can I buy Wintil over-the-counter?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Wintil 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 Wintil?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Wintil 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 discontinue Wintil on my own or without doctors advice?

Discontinuation of Wintil on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Wintil work?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Wintil 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 over 4 years ago

Can I take Wintil with antibiotic?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Wintil 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.