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Wintil is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Other than this, Wintil has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Wintil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Wintil also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Wintil side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Wintil are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Wintil is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Wintil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Wintil related warnings section.
Wintil 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. The section on Wintil contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Wintil may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Wintil, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Wintil 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.
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Is the use of Wintil 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.
Is the use of Wintil safe during breastfeeding?
Wintil has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Wintil on the Kidneys?
Wintil rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Wintil on the Liver?
Wintil may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Wintil on the Heart?
Wintil is rarely harmful for the heart.
Wintil 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 Wintil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Wintil habit forming or addictive?
Wintil can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Wintil as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Wintil, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Wintil in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Wintil
Taking Wintil with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Wintil
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Wintil at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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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