Antiworm Syrup: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Antiworm Syrup Information

Antiworm Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Secondary and off-label uses of Antiworm Syrup have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Antiworm Syrup is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Antiworm Syrup include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Antiworm Syrup have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Antiworm Syrup are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Antiworm Syrup's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Antiworm Syrup related warnings talks about Antiworm Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Antiworm Syrup is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Antiworm Syrup contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Antiworm Syrup with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Antiworm Syrup is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Antiworm Benefits & Uses
Antiworm Dosage & How to Take
Antiworm Side Effects
Antiworm Related Warnings
Antiworm Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Antiworm
Antiworm Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Antiworm Syrup Benefits & Uses

Antiworm Syrup is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Intestinal Worms

Other Benefits

Antiworm Syrup Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Antiworm Syrup Related Warnings

Is the use of Antiworm Syrup safe for pregnant women?

Antiworm shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Antiworm Syrup safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Antiworm as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Antiworm Syrup on the Kidneys?

Antiworm has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Antiworm Syrup on the Liver?

There may be severe side effects of Antiworm on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe
What is the effect of Antiworm Syrup on the Heart?

Antiworm is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Antiworm Syrup Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Antiworm Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Cerebral Malaria
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Antiworm Syrup

Is this Antiworm Syrup habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Antiworm Syrup. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Antiworm Syrup since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Antiworm Syrup is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Antiworm Syrup is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Antiworm Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Antiworm Syrup

Taking Antiworm Syrup with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Antiworm Syrup

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Antiworm Syrup

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Antiworm with antibiotic?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Antiworm can be taken with an antibiotic. No harmful interaction have been reported. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. It is best to consult your doctor before taking this medicine with an antibiotic.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Antiworm work?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Antiworm is broad-spectrum anthelmintic. It has a multidimensional mechanism of action. It mainly works by inhibiting the cell division, motility disruption, glycogen depletion, and tubulin. Hence, in this way, it kills the parasite.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Antiworm an antibiotic?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Antiworm is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Antiworm?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Take Antiworm as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Antiworm safe to use?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Antiworm is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, dizziness, diarrhea, constipation, and hepatotoxicity.