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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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About Unicarbazan Forte Tablet

Unicarbazan Forte Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called 'antiparasitic' used to treat particular worm or parasitic infections. Parasitism or parasitic infection is a condition in which one organism (the parasite) causes harm to its host or lives at the host's expense in some way. Millions of individuals are afflicted by parasites, which cause enormous suffering and death.

Unicarbazan Forte Tablet consists of two medicines: Diethylcarbamazine Citrate (antiparasitic) and Chlorpheniramine Maleate (antihistamines). Diethylcarbamazine Citrate paralyzes the parasitic worms by stopping them from interacting with the host cell, thereby killing it. On the other hand, Chlorpheniramine Maleate reduces the allergy symptoms characterized by increased white blood cells (eosinophils), sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes. Thus, Unicarbazan Forte Tablet prevents the growth of worms in the human body by killing microfilariae and some of the adult worms in the human intestine and reducing allergic symptoms caused by parasitic worms.

Take Unicarbazan Forte Tablet after food or as directed by your doctor. Some persons may experience itching, swelling of the face, especially near the eyes, tightness in the chest or throat, wheezing, sleepiness, and nervousness. Contact your healthcare provider if these side effects bother you or do not go within a couple of days.

Do not take if you are allergic to any components present in Unicarbazan Forte Tablet . Consult your doctor before using Unicarbazan Forte Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. There is limited information on the use of Unicarbazan Forte Tablet in patients with renal or hepatic impairment. Please seek medical advice before using Unicarbazan Forte Tablet if you suffer from renal or hepatic impairment. Unicarbazan Forte Tablet may cause dizziness, affect thinking ability, and change vision, so make sure that you do not drive or do any work that needs a clear vision. If any of the unpleasant effects of medicine become annoying, contact your doctor on an urgent basis. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking Unicarbazan Forte Tablet to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Unicarbazan Forte Tablet

Parasitic (worm) infections

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Unicarbazan Forte Tablet consists of Diethylcarbamazine Citrate and Chlorpheniramine Maleate as their medicinal constituents and is used to treat certain types of parasitic infections. Unicarbazan Forte Tablet  is an antiparasitic medication that works by killing worms and inhibits the action of histamine (a natural chemical released by the body) responsible for causing allergic reactions in the body during parasite infection. Besides this, it also reduces the levels of eosinophil count (white blood cells), which increases during parasitic infection and thus controls breathlessness, cough, and cold associated with it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Consult your doctor before using Unicarbazan Forte Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. One should consult with their doctor before giving this medicine to the child as it may cause a severe reaction if used in very young children. The use of Unicarbazan Forte Tablet is not allowed in patients dealing with a blockage in their stomach or intestine, difficulty urinating, enlarged prostate, and an asthma attack. Unicarbazan Forte Tablet may cause night blindness or even vision loss if used for a long time. So it is advisable to have regular eye check-ups. The doctor may recommend a corticosteroid medication in certain patients facing river blindness with severe symptoms. It is given to reduce the inflammation that happens during the death of worms.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ChlorpheniraminePotassium citrate
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ChlorpheniraminePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's ***:
Taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** and Potassium citrate (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** with Potassium citrate is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's ***:
Taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** and Potassium chloride (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** with Potassium chloride it not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChlorpheniramineIsocarboxazid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's ***:
Co-administration of Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** with Isocarboxazid can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** with Isocarboxazid can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you have any of these symptoms - dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, disorientation, memory problems, blurred vision, dry mouth, constipation, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, rapid heartbeat, - make sure to consult the doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Severe
How does the drug interact with Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's ***:
Taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** and Ethanol together may increases the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** and Ethanol together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Avoid physical activities such as driving or operating machinery. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's ***:
Co-administration of Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** with mexiletine may cause the side effects of mexiletine.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** and mexiletine together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Severe
How does the drug interact with Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's ***:
Taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** with Idelalisib together can increase the levels of Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** which may lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** and Idelalisib together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting the doctor.
ChlorpheniramineEluxadoline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's ***:
Taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** with Eluxadoline can increase the levels of both the medications, which may the risk of constipation and other stomach related problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** and Eluxadoline, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's ***:
Taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** with Topiramate can increase the risk of side effects including high body temperatures and decreased sweating, sun stroke.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** and Topiramate together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. During warm weather and when exercising, you should drink lots of fluids. If your sweating is less than usual or you have a fever, if you feel lightheaded or dizzy, consult a doctor. Avoid activities requiring mental attention such as driving or operating dangerous machinery. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's ***:
Co-administration of Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** with Ketamine can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** and Ketamine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, and breathing difficulty. Avoid activities requiring mental focus such as driving, operating dangerous machinery. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChlorpheniramineSodium oxybate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's ***:
Taking Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** with Sodium oxybate can enhance the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Unicarbazan Forte Tab 10's *** with Sodium oxybate can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience- drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, confusion, breathing difficulty, and impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination, consult the doctor. You should take care when getting up from a sitting or lying posture, and avoid operating machinery, driving, or participating in any potentially dangerous activity requiring mental attention and motor coordination for at least six hours after taking sodium oxybate.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Consume a balanced diet high in nutrients and very less in refined sugars/processed foods.
  • Fibre is essential for bowel movement, which helps cleanse parasites from the body, including more fibre-rich foods in the body like oats. 
  • Include pumpkin seeds, garlic, honey, and papaya seeds as antiparasitic foods in your diet. 
  • Doctors may recommend a grain-free, sugar-free diet, while others recommend limiting fruit intake to reduce added dietary sugars, so it better talk to your nutritionist.
  • Avoid consuming contaminated water and food.
  • Rest your stomach and bowels, but continue to drink fluids. You can accomplish this by not eating anything and simply drinking clear drinks. Clear liquids include water, weak tea, fruit juice mixed half and half with water, and caffeine-free soft beverages (like lemon-lime soda).
  • Avoid acidic beverages, such as orange juice, or caffeinated, like coffee, if you suffer from diarrhoea.
  • Eat only hot, freshly cooked meals when travelling to areas where contamination is more likely. Consume no raw veggies or fruit. Only consume bottled water and drinks. Avoid using tap water and ice, and instead, boil water before drinking.
  • You may consume soft, simple foods. Soda crackers, toast, simple noodles or rice, prepared cereal, applesauce, and bananas are good options. Slowly consume items that are difficult to digest or may irritate your stomach, such as acidic meals (such as tomatoes or oranges), spicy or fatty foods, meats, and fresh vegetables. You should be able to resume your regular diet in a few days.
  • Limit or avoid the consumption of alcohol.
  • Quit smoking.

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ANTIPARASITIC - ANTITAPEWORM DRUGS

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FAQs

Unicarbazan Forte Tablet contains Diethylcarbamazine Citrate (an antiparasitic medication) and Chlorpheniramine Maleate (anti-allergy medicine). Diethylcarbamazine Citrate kills worms, whereas Chlorpheniramine Maleate inhibits histamine, a chemical that causes allergic reactions in the body. These medications treat the parasitic infections and allergic symptoms associated with this disease.

Yes, going for regular check-ups with the doctor would be beneficial because it would allow them to monitor the progress of the medicine in clearing up the infection. Your doctor may also advise you to have an eye exam. Some people may experience temporary or permanent eye problems if they use this medicine for an extended period of time, so consult your doctor to avoid such side effects.

To clear out the infection completely from the body, your doctor may suggest full-time treatment, even if the symptoms got clear up in a few days. If you stop taking this medicine without completing the course, the parasitic infection will return, so complete your treatment course.

A person who is hypersensitive to any component of Unicarbazan Forte Tablet or dealing with narrow-angle glaucoma, an enlarged prostate, blockage in your stomach or intestines, difficulty in urinating, or an asthma attack. Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions.

The doctor may suggest a corticosteroid medicine in some patients dealing with river blindness. This combination will help reduce the inflammation in the body caused due to the death of the worms.

Special Advise

  • Certain diagnostic tests like blood smears could help detect the type of parasite infection.
  • It is advisable to have regular eye check-ups while taking Unicarbazan Forte Tablet as prolonged use may cause blindness. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Parasitic infections: Parasitism or parasitic infections is a condition in which one organism (the parasite) causes harm to its host or lives at the host's expense in some way. Millions of individuals are afflicted by parasites, which cause enormous suffering and death. Parasitic infections can be transmitted in a variety of ways. They spread through polluted water, food, waste, soil, and blood. Some are transmitted through sexual Interaction. Some parasites are spread by insects that act as disease vectors or carriers.

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