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Deworm Syrup

Manufacturer :  Gem Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Levamisole
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Deworm Syrup

Deworm Syrup helps in treating Hook and roundworm infection. It is also used to inhibit the growth of cancer cells. It is prescribed with other medications for the treatment of colon cancer.

Deworm Syrup can also cause some side effects such as abdominal pain, vomiting, headache, and dizziness, diarrhea, nausea. It can also have some serious side effects such as mouth sores, loss of appetite, stomach pain, Fever or chills, blood in urine or stools, pain during urination, influenza-like syndrome, arthralgia, muscle pain, rash and trouble in sleeping.

    What are the uses of Deworm Syrup

    • Cancer Of Colon And Rectum

    What are the side effects of Deworm Syrup ?

    Key highlights of Deworm Syrup

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this syrup.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Please consult your doctor before consuming this medication if you are a breastfeeding woman.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    Deworm Syrup is an anthelmintic drug that is used for treating ascariasis and hookworm infections. It can be used in both humans and animals. Deworm Syrup inhibits nicotinic acetylcholine receptor that results in paralysis of parasitic worm muscles. However, the drug is also used for cancer and increasing immunity of a person. Its action as an anti-cancer drug is not clear. In case of immunity, it leads to formation of antibodies, enhances T-cell responses and potentiates monocyte and macrophage functions.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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