Product introduction
Vitrex 150mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medication. It is used in the treatment of worm infections. It works by killing the worms and this treats your infection.
Vitrex 150mg 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.
There is limited data available regarding common side effects of Vitrex 150mg Tablet. However, some people may experience symptoms such as vomiting, headache, dizziness, nausea, and stomach pain as the side effects of this medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects 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 Vitrex Tablet
- Treatment of Worm infections
Benefits of Vitrex Tablet
In Treatment of Worm infections
Vitrex 150mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that 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.
Side effects of Vitrex 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 Vitrex
- Limited data available
- Nausea
- Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
How to use Vitrex 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. Vitrex 150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Vitrex Tablet works
Vitrex 150mg Tablet acts as an anthelmintic by selectively targeting the neuromuscular system of parasitic worms. It works as a nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (nAChR) agonist, causing continuous stimulation of the parasite’s nervous system. This leads to muscle contraction, paralysis, and eventual expulsion of the worms from the host’s body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Vitrex 150mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vitrex 150mg 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
Vitrex 150mg 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
Vitrex 150mg 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 information available on the use of Vitrex 150mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Vitrex 150mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Vitrex Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Vitrex 150mg 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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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Vitrex 150mg Tablet to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections.
- Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Swallow it whole with a full glass of water.
- It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Vitrex 150mg Tablet.
- 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Imidazothiazoles derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Antiprotozoal Agents
Interaction with drugs
Taking Vitrex 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
FAQs
Can Vitrex 150mg Tablet be used for all types of worm infections?
Vitrex 150mg Tablet is primarily effective against certain gastrointestinal nematodes. It may not be suitable for all parasitic infections, such as tapeworms or flukes. Always confirm the specific parasite type before use.
Can Vitrex 150mg Tablet be used in combination with other dewormers?
Yes, in some cases, combination therapy with other anthelmintics is recommended to enhance efficacy and reduce resistance. However, compatibility should always be evaluated by a <br>doctor.
Can Vitrex 150mg Tablet cause resistance in parasites?
Yes, prolonged or inappropriate use can contribute to resistance. To minimize this risk, it should be used as prescribed and, when necessary, rotated with other anthelmintics based on resistance patterns.
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