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Alvela is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Alvela also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Alvela 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Alvela include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Alvela have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Alvela are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Alvela is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Alvela related warnings talks about Alvela's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Alvela is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Alvela contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Alvela have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Alvela is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Alvela 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 Alvela safe for pregnant women?
Alvela 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 Alvela safe during breastfeeding?
Alvela may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Alvela on the Kidneys?
Alvela rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alvela on the Liver?
Alvela can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Alvela on the Heart?
Alvela may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Alvela 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 Alvela unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alvela habit forming or addictive?
Alvela can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Alvela does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Alvela is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Alvela for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alvela
Taking Alvela with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alvela
Drinking alcohol while taking Alvela 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.
Take Alvela as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Alvela 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.
Alvela is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called anthelmintic. It is used to treat neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.
Alvela 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.
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