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Prazijol Tablet is an anti-helminthic medication. It is used in the treatment of worm infections and Schistosoma infection. It works by killing the worms that cause infection and thus, treats your infection.

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Last updated on 06 Feb 2026 | 01:13 PM (IST)

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General Information

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Praziquantel (600mg)

Marketer

Jolly Healthcare

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Product introduction

Prazijol Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.

Some people may experience malaise, headache, dizziness, and abdominal discomfort. Please consult your doctor if these do not resolve or persist for a longer duration. You may be monitored with blood tests and liver function tests throughout your treatment.

Uses of Prazijol Tablet

Worm infections
Schistosoma infections

Benefits of Prazijol Tablet

Worm infections
Prazijol Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which helps treat many parasitic worm infections. It works by killing and stopping the further growth of parasites 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 parasites are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.

Schistosoma infections
Schistosoma infections or Schistosomiasis, also known as snail fever and bilharzia, is a disease caused by parasitic flatworms called schistosomes. In this disease, the urinary tract or the intestines may be infected. The most common symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloody stool, or blood in the urine. Prazijol Tablet helps to treat Schistosoma infections. It relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Side effects of Prazijol 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 Prazijol

Headache
Dizziness
Abdominal pain

How to use Prazijol 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. Prazijol Tablet should be taken with or after food.

How Prazijol Tablet works

Prazijol Tablet works by causing severe spasms and paralysis of the worms' muscles. Some kinds of worms are then passed in the stool. However, you may not notice them since they are sometimes completely destroyed in the bowels. This treats your infection.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Prazijol Tablet to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections.
It should be taken with food.
Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Swallow it whole with a full glass of water.
Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Prazijol Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Prazijol Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Prazijol Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
To minimize the exposure of the medicine to the baby, Prazijol Tablet can be taken just before the baby's longest sleep period.

Driving

UNSAFE

Prazijol Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Prazijol Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Prazijol Tablet in patients with liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

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

Severe

Rifampicin (Oral Route)

Do not consume Praziquantel with Rifampicin. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor. Rifampicin may reduce blood levels of Praziquantel.

Severe

Rifampicin (Injection Route)

Do not consume Praziquantel with Rifampicin. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor. Rifampicin may reduce blood levels of Praziquantel.

Moderate

Chloroquine (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the dose of Praziquantel as per the observations. Chloroquine may reduce blood levels of Praziquantel.

Moderate

Ketoconazole (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.Doctor may monitor your blood sugar level. Praziquantel may increase the metabolism of Ketoconazole.

Moderate

Itraconazole (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.Doctor may monitor your blood sugar level. Praziquantel may slow down the removal of Itraconazole from the body.

Frequently asked questions

Is Prazijol Tablet effective?

Prazijol Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Prazijol Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Can the use of Prazijol Tablet cause dizziness?

Yes, Prazijol Tablet can make you feel dizzy. Avoid driving, operating on machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities, especially during the initial days of your treatment. However, if your condition does not improve, consult your doctor.

Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Prazijol Tablet?

The use of Prazijol Tablet is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine, and if you are suffering from asthma. Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions before taking the medicine.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Prazijol Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container or pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

What if I forget to take a dose of Prazijol Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Prazijol Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is Prazijol Tablet safe?

Prazijol Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Tetrahydroisoquinolines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Antiprotozoal Agents

References

McCarthy J, Loukas A, Hotez PJ. Chemotherapy of Helminth Infections. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1456-58.
Rosenthal PJ. Clinical Pharmacology of the Antihelmenthic Drugs. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 930-31.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1144-45.
Praziquantel. Wayne, New Jersey: Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 2014. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Marketer details

Name: Jolly Healthcare
Address: D-50, Basement, Shanti Path, Jawahar Nagar,Jaipur, Rajasthan, India(302004)

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Country of origin: India
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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Prazijol Tablet

Benefits of Prazijol Tablet

Side effects of Prazijol Tablet

How to use Prazijol Tablet

How Prazijol Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Rifampicin (Oral Route)

Rifampicin (Injection Route)

Chloroquine (Oral Route)

Ketoconazole (Oral Route)

Itraconazole (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Is Prazijol Tablet effective?

Can the use of Prazijol Tablet cause dizziness?

Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Prazijol Tablet?

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Prazijol Tablet?

What if I forget to take a dose of Prazijol Tablet?

Is Prazijol Tablet safe?

Fact Box

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References

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