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Pyrantel
Latest prescription information about Pyrantel. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Pyrantel
Pronunciation : pi ran’ tel
Therapeutic Classification : Antihelmintics
ICD Code : Y41.4
Trade Name(s): India- Antiminth, Expent, Helmapar, Nemocid, PA-PA, Para, Pymolar, Pyrmoate, Pyron, Thelmex, Tolworm. International- Ascarel, Pin-X, Reese's. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is an antihelmintic agent, prescribed for worm infections. It works by paralyzing the nervous system of intestinal parasites (worms). When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Hypersensitivity.
Dosage & When it is to be taken : Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 10 mg/kg as a single dose. How it should be taken : It comes as a capsule and liquid to take by mouth, with food, juice or milk or on an empty stomach. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of anemia, liver disease, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * Proper cleanliness required to prevent spread of infection. Side Effects : Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, abdominal cramps, stomach pain, straining and pain during bowel movements. * Extreme caution needed in children less than 2 years. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature. |
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