Albendazole + Levamisole
INFORMATION ABOUT ALBENDAZOLE + LEVAMISOLE
Albendazole + Levamisole Uses
Albendazole+Levamisole is used in the treatment of worm infections.
How Albendazole + Levamisole works
Albendazole + Levamisole is a combination of two medicines: Albendazole and Levamisole. Albendazole works by keeping the worms from absorbing sugar (glucose), so that they lose energy and die. Levamisole works by decreasing the muscle activity and causing paralysis of the worms.
Common side effects of Albendazole + Levamisole
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
Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach pain, Loss of appetite, Dizziness, Headache, Increased liver enzymes
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05 Apr 2021 | 11:54 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Albendazole + Levamisole
- It should be taken with food.
- 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 Albendazole + Levamisole.
- 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.