Papa Information

Papa is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Pinworms. Other than this, Papa has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Papa is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Papa have been listed ahead. These side effects of Papa are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Papa's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Papa's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Papa contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Papa may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Papa, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Papa Benefits & Uses
Papa Dosage & How to Take
Papa Side Effects
Papa Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Papa with Other Drugs
Papa Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Papa
Papa Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Papa Benefits & Uses

Papa is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tapeworm Infection

Papa 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: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 11 mg/kg 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: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 11 mg/kg 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: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 11 mg/kg 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: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 11 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Papa Related Warnings

Is the use of Papa safe for pregnant women?

Papa may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Papa, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Papa safe during breastfeeding?

Papa should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Papa on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Papa on kidneys.

Unknown
What is the effect of Papa on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Papa on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Papa on the Heart?

Papa is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Papa with Other Drugs

Papa should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Sodium Iodide

Papa Contraindications

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

Allergy
Liver Disease
Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Papa

Is this Papa habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Papa is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Papa, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Papa can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Papa only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Papa is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Papa Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Papa

Taking Papa with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Papa

Information about the interaction of Papa and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown