Depar 50mg Tablet helps treat a range of parasitic worm infections in children. It may also be given for skin infections such as leprosy, warts, lichen planus, and aphthous ulcers.

Give Depar 50mg Tablet to your child by mouth. You may give it with or without food, but giving it with food is preferred as it helps prevent stomach upset. Always ensure to give it as per the dose and way prescribed by the doctor. When given for worm infections, Depar 50mg Tablet is usually given as a single dose. But, the doctor may prescribe repeating this dose after two weeks to prevent re-infection.

Some specific types of infections may require you to give this medicine to your child for a few days to weeks. In such cases, give this medicine for the exact prescribed number of days because stopping this medicine too soon may cause re-infection. In case your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking Depar 50mg Tablet, give the same dose again.

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and rise of temperature (fever) are some of the common yet temporary side effects of this medicine. Rarely, Depar 50mg Tablet may cause blood cell abnormalities as a serious side effect. Let your doctor know if these side effects persist or become bothersome or if your child experiences bleeding.

Before giving this medicine to your child, let the doctor know if your child has or had any previous episodes of medicine allergy, seizures, liver impairment, kidney malfunction, stomach problem, or blood disorder. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses of Depar 50mg Tablet in children

Treatment of Parasitic Worm infections
Treatment of Skin disorders

Benefits of Depar 50mg Tablet for your child

In Treatment of Parasitic Worm infections

Depar 50mg Tablet has antibacterial properties that treats skin infections by killing the infection-causing microorganisms.It also relieves inflammation, itching, irritation and redness of the skin and promotes healing. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum benefit. It provides relief from the symptoms and speeds up the healing process.

In Treatment of Skin disorders

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Side effects of Depar 50mg Tablet in children

Depar 50mg Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Depar

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Fever

How can I give Depar 50mg Tablet to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Depar 50mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Depar Tablet works

Depar 50mg Tablet is an effective antiparasitic and an immunoregulatory agent. As an antiparasite, it works by paralyzing the worms present in the intestines. This causes the worms to die, followed by the fast removal of these dead worms through stools. As an immunoregulator, it promotes activation of white blood cells (WBCs) and helps in restoring the normal function of the immune system.

Safety advice

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Depar 50mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Depar 50mg Tablet is recommended.
However, dose adjustments may be required in severe kidney disease. Consult your child’s doctor before giving it to your child in case of severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Depar 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Depar 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if I forget to give Depar 50mg Tablet to my child?

Do not panic. Unless your doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost the time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to make up for the missed dose. Strictly follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

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Quick tips

Follow the prescribed dosage strictly. In case your child is prescribed to take this medicine for a few days, make sure to complete the dosage as stopping abrupting may lead to re-infection.
Worm infections can easily spread between family members. The doctor may recommend treatment for all family members, whether or not the symptoms of infection are visible to avoid any further complication.
Your doctor may monitor your blood counts as the use of Depar 50mg Tablet may affect cell multiplication and cause a reduction in the total blood cell count.
Some self-care measures:
1. Do not give raw or undercooked food to your child. Instead give a balanced diet, containing herbs, fruits, and spices of therapeutic value.
2. Encourage your child to wash their hands with soap and water every time they use the toilet as that will help prevent the spread of infection to other members.
3. Trim your child’s nails frequently to disable any source of worm infection.
4. Maintain a neat space and hygiene around your child.
Inform the doctor in case your child exhibits signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, itching, or any other signs of infection such as fever, blood in urine and vomit, bleeding from gums, or black, red, or tarry stools.
Call your child’s doctor right away if your child exhibits any signs of a liver problem like dark urine, tiredness, upset stomach, light-colored stools, or yellow skin or eyes.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Imidazothiazoles derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Antiprotozoal agents

Interaction with drugs

Taking Depar with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

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Patient concerns

Thump& skin infections near thump.

Dr. Akshat Goel

Orthopaedics

Please refer to a Dermatologist

my scrotum and the skin on my thighs next to my scrotum have been red and itchy and had a somewhat scaly texture, sometimes they'd get so itchy that I would have to scratch, the past few weeks my scrotum has started to smell and produce a sweat like substance (it's like sweat except it never goes away and it leaves white stains in my underwear where my scrotum is near the fabric,

Dr. Ankur Kumar Tanwar

Ayurveda

Ok may be you are from from skin infections

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FAQs

How can I know that my child is having a worm infection?

In case of worm infestations, your child may complain of an itchy bottom (rectal area), difficulty sitting, fatigue, restless sleep due to anal itching, or persistent stomach pain with loss of appetite or frequent indigestion. Another sign of worm infection is Pica (a habit of eating inedible substances such as mud). Speak to your child’s doctor as soon as you notice any such signs in your child. The doctor may ask for your child’s stool and blood samples for examination. Depending upon the reports, the doctor will decide upon the treatment and prescribe your child some medicine.

How can my child become infected with intestinal worms?

Children typically develop infections very easily due to weak immunity. The infection can be transmitted from the eggs of worms present in human feces which contaminate soil in areas with poor sanitation. These worms and their eggs can get transmitted by drinking contaminated water or by eating contaminated vegetables and fruits without washing or peeling properly. Your child may also get infected by playing in the soil that is contaminated with the eggs of the worms. So, keep a note of these points and take proper care of their hygiene. Ask your child to properly clean hands and legs after returning from outdoor activities.

What are the serious side effects of Depar 50mg Tablet?

Prolong or excess intake of Depar 50mg Tablet can cause serious side effects such as seizures and low blood count. Therefore, it is advised not to give Depar 50mg Tablet if your child is already suffering from a seizure disorder. Also, your child’s doctor may monitor the complete blood cell (CBC) in your child at regular intervals.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Depar 50mg Tablet?

You can give your child medicines meant to relieve pain and fever unless your doctor has told you not to. However, some medicines should be avoided while being on medication with Depar 50mg Tablet. So, to avoid any risk of side effects, talk to your child’s doctor before giving any other medicines to your child.

What is the best time to give Depar 50mg Tablet to my child?

Depar 50mg Tablet can be given at any time of the day. Just remember to give it in the dose and way as prescribed by your child’s doctor.

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