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Womiban is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. Intestinal Worms are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Womiban have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Womiban is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Womiban include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Womiban side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Womiban go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Womiban has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Womiban has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Womiban related warnings section.
Womiban is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Womiban contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Womiban with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Womiban, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Womiban 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
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Is the use of Womiban safe for pregnant women?
Womiban 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 Womiban safe during breastfeeding?
Womiban has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Womiban on the Kidneys?
Womiban rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Womiban on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Womiban on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Womiban on the Heart?
Womiban has very mild side effects on the heart.
Womiban 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 Womiban unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Womiban habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Womiban. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Womiban since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Womiban is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Womiban is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Womiban
Taking Womiban with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Womiban
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.
Take Womiban as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Womiban is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called anthelmintic. It is used to treat neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.
Womiban 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.
No, you can not buy Womiban 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.
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.
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