Evimectin-A Tablet is a combination medicine that is used in the treatment of parasites and worm infestations in the body. It fights against the worms to treat the infection.
Evimectin-A Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. Your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.
Uses of Evimectin-A Tablet
Treatment of Worm infections
Benefits of Evimectin-A Tablet
In Treatment of Worm infections
Evimectin-A Tablet is a combination of medicines which helps treat many worm infections. It works by killing and stopping the further growth of the worms causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all the worms are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Evimectin-A Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Evimectin-A
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Loss of appetite
Increased liver enzymes
Itching
Dizziness
Swelling of lymph nodes
How to use Evimectin-A Tablet
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. Evimectin-A Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Evimectin-A Tablet works
Evimectin-A Tablet is a combination of two antiparasitic medicines: Ivermectin and Albendazole. Ivermectin works by binding to muscle and nerve cells of worms causing their paralysis and death. Albendazole works by keeping the worms from absorbing sugar (glucose), so that they lose energy and die. This treats your infection effectively.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Evimectin-A Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Evimectin-A Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Evimectin-A Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Evimectin-A Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Evimectin-A Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Evimectin-A Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Evimectin-A Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Evimectin-A Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of jaundice like yellowing of eyes and skin, itching, and clay colored stools while taking this medicine.
What if you forget to take Evimectin-A Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Evimectin-A Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat infections caused by worms and parasites.
Take it with or without food or as suggested by your doctor.
It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Evimectin-A Tablet.
You may have more chance of getting an infection. Stay away from people with infections, colds, or flu. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of infection such as fever or sore throat.
Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
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Habit Forming
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Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Patient concerns
I would like to know about a effective periodic worm medicine for my son who is 1.5 year and daughter who is 6
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
Albendazole is commonly used for worm infestation.
Sometimes I find small white worms mostly 1 or 2 outside my vagina. They might come out from inside the vagina or may be intestinal worms. Always come from inside. I find the worm crawling at vaginal opening They either come out through vagina or anus. I feel the worms at both places but mostly anus.
Dr. Suman Rao
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
This is not normal. You could have a worm infestation. Consult a physician.
I'm suffering from Hepatitis A. But I have no symptoms of it. I'm pretty normal and I've no problems with it. Why it seems so? What should I do? My Bilirubin level is 3.5 and sgpt is 307
Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal
Pathology
Dear PATIENT A infection is usually caused by infected food and water. If your bilirubin is this high, I suggest you should consult a Gastroenterologist for further course of action
Hepatitis A positive 5.68 serum bilirubin 8__4mg reduces Sgot sgot treatment and Advise please send
Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal
Pathology
Dear Mam Thank you for sharing your reports with me. It suggests that your hepatitis A antibody is positive. You should have light food like ghiya, soups, vegetables. Don't have raw vegetables and fried foods for sometime. Drink plenty of water and that too boiled one.
I got hepatitis-A. i got affected in december. my eyes and skin becane yellow. I used allopathy course for two and half months. Now i got cured. My skin got normal colour. But my eyes are still yellow. Is there any way to get rid of the colour. Thank you.
What were the side-effects while using Evimectin-A Tablet?
No Side Effec*
33%
Vomiting
33%
Nausea
33%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Evimectin-A Tablet?
Empty stomach
50%
With food
50%
Please rate Evimectin-A Tablet on price
Average
67%
Expensive
33%
FAQs
Can Evimectin-A Tablet be stopped when my symptoms are gone?
No, Evimectin-A Tablet should be continued as advised by the doctor. If you experience any problems due to the consumption of Evimectin-A Tablet, consult the doctor for re-evaluation. Do not stop even you feel better. Stopping Evimectin-A Tablet early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Can the use of Evimectin-A Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use ofEvimectin-A Tablet can cause diarrhea. In case of diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists and you notice any signs of dehydration, like less urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine. Do not take any other medicines without consulting your doctor.
Will Evimectin-A Tablet be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If you do not find any relief in your symptoms even after taking the recommended doses, please consult your doctor.
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Evimectin-A Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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References
Ivermectin. Haarlem, The Netherlands: Merck Sharp & Dohme BV; 2018. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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