Dicaris Adults 150Mg Tablet

Dicaris tablet acts as an anti-parasitic agent which treats worm infections such as Ascariasis, Mixed Ascariasis and Ancylostomiasis. This antiparasitic medication suppresses the enzyme activity in the worm's muscle and causes its death. Do not use this medication if you are suffering from severe kidney diseases.

The dose and duration of this medication should be as advised by your doctor. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should also avoid consuming this medication. Remember to take missed dose as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Ascariasis

• Allergy

• Kidney Disease

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Hair Loss

• Vomiting

• Fever

• Abnormal Liver Function Tests

• Nausea

• Abdominal Pain

• Vertigo

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  You should avoid drinking alcohol, it can increase some of the side effects.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  The medicine may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  The medication may affect kidney function. Consult your doctor before consumption.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Dicaris Adults 150Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Imumod 150mg Tablet

  Tripada Biotec Pvt Ltd

• Depar 150Mg Tablet

  Ornate Labs Pvt Ltd

• Leva 150Mg Tablet

  M D C Pharmaceuticals P Ltd

• Elseal 150Mg Tablet

  Organic Laboratories

• Vapal 150Mg Tablet

  Rowan Bioceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Vitilex 150mg Tablet

  Glowderma Labs Pvt Ltd

• 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.

This tablet is an anthelmintic drug that is used for treating ascariasis and hookworm infections. It can be used in both humans and animals. This 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.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

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  This medication interacts with Anticoagulants, Phenytoin.

• Ques : What is Dicaris adults 150mg tablet?

  Ans : Dicaris Tablet is used to treat infections and enhance the body's immune system to inhibit the growth of cancer cells. It is prescribed with other medications for the treatment of colon cancer. This tablet contains Levamisole as an active ingredient. It works by slowing the growth of cancer cells. Patients suffering from severe kidney diseases are not advised to use this medicine because of the risk of adverse side effects.

• Ques : What is the use of Dicaris adults 150mg tablet?

  Ans : It is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like ascariasis, an infection of the small intestine caused by Ascaris lumbricoides which is a giant roundworm.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Dicaris adults 150mg tablet?

  Ans : The side effects include nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and fatigue. Apart from these, using this medicine can further lead to chest pain, headache, dizziness, and rash. If any of these symptoms occur often or on daily basis, a doctor should be urgently consulted.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Dicaris adults 150mg tablet ?

  Ans : It should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

• Ques : How long do I need to use dicaris adults 150mg tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 2 hours to 3 days. But the same duration is not mandatory for everyone and so, it is not a standard time period for this medication's action. Please consult your doctor, for the time period you need to consume this medication.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use dicaris adults 150mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once a day. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.

• Ques : Should I use dicaris adults 150mg tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is advised to be consumed orally. The salts involved in this medication react properly if it is taken with the food. If you take it on an empty stomach, it might upset the stomach. Please consult the doctor before using it.

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  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/levamisole

• Levamisole- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 15 May 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00848