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Cantel Tablet Information

Cantel Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Secondary and off-label uses of Cantel Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Cantel Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Cantel Tablet include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Cantel Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Cantel Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cantel Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Cantel Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Cantel Tablet 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 Cantel Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Cantel Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cantel Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Cantel Tablet Benefits & Uses

Cantel Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Intestinal Worms

Other Benefits

Cantel 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

Cantel Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Cantel Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Cantel has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Cantel without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Cantel Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Cantel may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Cantel Tablet on the Kidneys?

Cantel may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cantel Tablet on the Liver?

Cantel can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.

Severe
What is the effect of Cantel Tablet on the Heart?

Cantel is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Cantel Tablet Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Cerebral Malaria
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Cantel Tablet

Is this Cantel Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Cantel 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, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cantel Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Cantel Tablet is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cantel Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cantel Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cantel Tablet

It is safe to take Cantel Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cantel Tablet

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Cantel Tablet are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Cantel Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Does Cantel cause stomach upset?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Cantel safe to use?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cantel is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, dizziness, diarrhea, constipation, and hepatotoxicity.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Cantel a pain-killer?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Cantel is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called anthelmintic. It is used to treat neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cantel cause constipation?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Cantel causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cantel cause diarrhea?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cantel causes diarrhea. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.