G-Levamizole 40 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
30 ml bottle: ৳ 10.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levamisole |
| Company | Gonoshasthaya pharma ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of roundworm infection (Ascaris lumbricoides)
- Treatment of hookworm infections (Necator americanus, Ancylostoma duodenale)
- Treatment of pinworm infection (Enterobius vermicularis)
- Treatment of whipworm infection (Trichuris trichuria)
- Treatment of threadworm infection (Strongyloides stercoralis)
- Enhanced cellular immune response in humans
Pharmacology
- Paralyzes intestinal worms
- Enhances cellular immune responses
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended single administration
- Dosing based on age groups (1-4 years, 5-15 years, 16 years and over)
- Suggested second standard dose for severe hookworm infection
Interaction
- May increase toxicity of phenytoin
- Increases bioavailability of ivermectin
- Decreases bioavailability of albendazole
- Alcohol causes disulfiram-like reaction
Contraindications
- No absolute contra-indication
Side Effects
- Infrequent and mild side-effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Encephalopathy-like syndrome reported in few patients
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No teratogenic effects in animal studies
- Benefits should be weighed against possible dangers during pregnancy
Precautions & Warnings
- No evidence of sedation
- Mild and transient giddiness as infrequent side-effect
- No precautions related to ability to drive or operate machinery
- Transient fever may occur in case of concurrent microfilaraemia
Overdose Effects
- Counter anticholinesterase activity with e.g. atropine
- Control blood pressure and respiration
- Avoid sedatives
Therapeutic Class
- Anthelmintic
Storage Conditions
- Tablet: Store in room temperature and protect from moisture
- Syrup: Store in room temperature and protect from light