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Wormin A, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension, Tablet. Intestinal Worms are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Wormin A have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Wormin A. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Wormin A also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Wormin A side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Wormin A 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Wormin A is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Wormin A related warnings talks about Wormin A's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Wormin A can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Wormin A in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Wormin A contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Wormin A have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Wormin A is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Wormin A 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Wormin A is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Wormin A safe for pregnant women?
Wormin A has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Wormin A without medical advice.
Is the use of Wormin A safe during breastfeeding?
Wormin A may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Wormin A on the Kidneys?
Wormin A rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Wormin A on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Wormin A on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Wormin A on the Heart?
Wormin A is rarely harmful for the heart.
Wormin A 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 Wormin A unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Wormin A habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Wormin A. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Wormin A since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Wormin A is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Wormin A is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Wormin A
You can take Wormin A with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Wormin A
Drinking alcohol while taking Wormin A may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
No, you can not buy Wormin A 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.
Wormin A is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called anthelmintic. It is used to treat neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.
Take Wormin A as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Wormin A 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, Wormin A 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.
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