Levosol 40 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 0.45 (100's pack: ৳ 45.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levamisole |
| Company | Seema pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, whipworm, threadworm infections
Pharmacology
- Paralyzes intestinal worms
- Enhances cellular immune responses in humans
Dosage & Administration
- Single administration after a light meal
- Different doses for different age groups
- Second dose for severe hookworm infection
Interaction
- May increase phenytoin toxicity
- Increases ivermectin bioavailability
- Decreases albendazole bioavailability
- Alcohol causes disulfiram-like reaction
Contraindications
- No absolute contra-indication to the use of Levamisole
Side Effects
- Infrequent and mild
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Encephalopathy-like syndrome reported in few patients
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No teratogenic effects in animal studies
- Benefits weighed against possible dangers in pregnancy
Precautions & Warnings
- No evidence of sedation
- Mild and transient giddiness
- No precautions needed for driving or operating machinery
- Transient fever in case of concurrent microfilaraemia
Overdose Effects
- Counter anticholinesterase activity with atropine
- Control blood pressure and respiration
- Avoid sedatives
Therapeutic Class
- Anthelmintic
Storage Conditions
- Tablet: Store in room temperature, protect from moisture
- Syrup: Store in room temperature, protect from light