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Olworm 400mg Suspension causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, which leads to its immobilisation. Thereby, Olworm 400mg Suspension kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection.
For neurocysticercosis, Olworm 400mg Suspension is usually prescribed for 8-30 days. For cystic hydatid disease, Olworm 400mg Suspension is usually prescribed for 28 days, followed by a 14 day break, and repeated for a total of 3 cycles.
Do not discontinue Olworm 400mg Suspension without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually continue taking Olworm 400mg Suspension for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Olworm 400mg Suspension.
You are recommended to avoid planning for pregnancy while taking Olworm 400mg Suspension as it may cause foetal harm. A pregnancy test should be done before starting the treatment with Olworm 400mg Suspension, and women must use effective birth-control while taking Olworm 400mg Suspension and for at least 1month after cessation of treatment.
Regular monitoring of blood count at the beginning of each cycle therapy and for every 2weeks while taking Olworm 400mg Suspension is advised for all patients. Treatment with Olworm 400mg Suspension should be discontinued if a significant decrease in blood cell count is observed.
Treatment with Olworm 400mg Suspension has been associated with mild to moderate elevations of liver enzymes. These elevations generally return to normal upon discontinuation of Olworm 400mg Suspension. Liver function tests should be performed before each treatment cycle and for every 2weeks during the treatment. Treatment with Olworm 400mg Suspension should be discontinued if the liver enzymes exceed twice the upper limit of normal.
Olworm 400mg Suspension might increase the chances of getting an infection. Maintain proper hygiene and try to stay away from people with infections, flu or cold.
You may bleed or bruise easily while taking Olworm 400mg Suspension. Be cautious while using sharp objects and try to avoid injuries. Consult your doctor if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising.
Alcohol
Caution
It is unknown whether alcohol interacts with Olworm 400mg Suspension. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Unsafe
Olworm 400mg Suspension belongs to pregnancy category C. Do not take Olworm 400mg Suspension if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause foetal harm. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Do not breastfeed during and for minimum 5 days after treatment with Olworm 400mg Suspension. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Driving
Caution
Olworm 400mg Suspension may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.
Liver
Unsafe
Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
Caution
Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Olworm 400mg Suspension can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe the dose of this medicine based on the age and body weight of your child.
About Olworm 400mg Suspension
Olworm 400mg Suspension belongs to a group of antiparasitic drugs called 'anthelmintic' used to treat parasites worm infections like neurocysticercosis (infection caused by pork tapeworm) and cystic hydatid disease (infection caused by dog tapeworm). Additionally, Olworm 400mg Suspension is also used to treat infections caused by roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, flukes, and other parasites.
Olworm 400mg Suspension contains ‘Albendazole’, which works by inhibiting tubulin polymerisation. This causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, which leads to its immobilisation. Thereby, Olworm 400mg Suspension kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection.
Take Olworm 400mg Suspension as prescribed. You are advised to take Olworm 400mg Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. You may experience certain common side effects, such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, and dizziness in some cases. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Olworm 400mg Suspension might increase the chances of getting an infection; maintain proper hygiene, and try to stay away from people with infections, flu or colds. Consult your doctor if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising, as you may bleed or bruise easily while taking Olworm 400mg Suspension. Do not take Olworm 400mg Suspension if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause foetal harm. Do not breastfeed during and for a minimum of 5 days after treatment with Olworm 400mg Suspension. Olworm 400mg Suspension may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Olworm 400mg Suspension can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.
Uses of Olworm 400mg Suspension
Medicinal Benefits
Olworm 400mg Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called anthelmintic used to treat worm infections such as neurocysticercosis (infection caused by pork tapeworm) and cystic hydatid disease (infection caused by dog tapeworm). Olworm 400mg Suspension is also used to treat infections caused by roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, flukes, and other parasites. Olworm 400mg Suspension is a broad-spectrum anthelmintic drug which is highly effective against a wide range of intestinal helminths, including cestodes, nematodes, and trematodes. It is also effective against tissue helminth infections like cutaneous larva migrans (parasitic skin infections). Olworm 400mg Suspension exhibits ovicidal, larvicidal and vermicidal activity. Olworm 400mg Suspension inhibits tubulin polymerisation, which causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite. This leads to the immobilisation of the parasite. Thereby, Olworm 400mg Suspension kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection.
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Side Effects of Olworm 400mg Suspension
Drug Warnings
Do not take Olworm 400mg Suspension if you are allergic to any of its contents. Olworm 400mg Suspension may cause bone marrow suppression, aplastic anaemia, and agranulocytosis. Inform your doctor if you have/had liver disease; if you have any surgery, including dental surgery. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience seizures, vomiting, headache, extreme tiredness, or behaviour changes while taking Olworm 400mg Suspension. Regular blood cell count and liver function monitoring is advised during treatment with Olworm 400mg Suspension. Olworm 400mg Suspension might increase the chances of getting an infection; maintain proper hygiene, and try to stay away from people with infections, flu or cold. Consult your doctor if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising, as you may bleed or bruise easily while taking Olworm 400mg Suspension. Do not take Olworm 400mg Suspension if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause foetal harm. Do not breastfeed during and for minimum of 5 days after treatment with Olworm 400mg Suspension. Olworm 400mg Suspension may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Olworm 400mg Suspension can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor.
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