Deworm Tablet

Written By Dr. Saleh Rifai, BCMAS, Pharm.D

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:08 AM (IST)

Deworm Tablet helps treat a range of parasitic worm infections in children. It may also be given for skin infections such as leprosy, warts, lichen planus, and aphthous ulcers.

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General Information

Contains

Levamisole (50mg)

Marketer

Gem Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Give Deworm Tablet to your child by mouth. You may give it with or without food, but giving it with food is preferred as it helps prevent stomach upset. Always ensure to give it as per the dose and way prescribed by the doctor. When given for worm infections, Deworm Tablet is usually given as a single dose. But, the doctor may prescribe repeating this dose after two weeks to prevent re-infection.

Some specific types of infections may require you to give this medicine to your child for a few days to weeks. In such cases, give this medicine for the exact prescribed number of days because stopping this medicine too soon may cause re-infection. In case your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking Deworm Tablet, give the same dose again.

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and rise of temperature (fever) are some of the common yet temporary side effects of this medicine. Rarely, Deworm Tablet may cause blood cell abnormalities as a serious side effect. Let your doctor know if these side effects persist or become bothersome or if your child experiences bleeding.

Before giving this medicine to your child, let the doctor know if your child has or had any previous episodes of medicine allergy, seizures, liver impairment, kidney malfunction, stomach problem, or blood disorder. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses of Deworm Tablet in children

Treatment of Parasitic Worm infections
Treatment of Skin disorders

Benefits of Deworm Tablet for your child

Treatment of Parasitic Worm infections
Deworm Tablet has antibacterial properties that treats skin infections by killing the infection-causing microorganisms.It also relieves inflammation, itching, irritation and redness of the skin and promotes healing. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum benefit. It provides relief from the symptoms and speeds up the healing process.

Treatment of Skin disorders
Deworm Tablet has antibacterial properties that treats skin infections by killing the infection-causing microorganisms.It also relieves inflammation, itching, irritation and redness of the skin and promotes healing. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum benefit. It provides relief from the symptoms and speeds up the healing process.

Side effects of Deworm Tablet in children

Deworm Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Deworm

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Fever

How can I give Deworm Tablet to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Deworm Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Deworm Tablet works

Deworm Tablet is an effective antiparasitic and an immunoregulatory agent. As an antiparasite, it works by paralyzing the worms present in the intestines. This causes the worms to die, followed by the fast removal of these dead worms through stools. As an immunoregulator, it promotes activation of white blood cells (WBCs) and helps in restoring the normal function of the immune system.

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Quick tips

Follow the prescribed dosage strictly. In case your child is prescribed to take this medicine for a few days, make sure to complete the dosage as stopping abrupting may lead to re-infection.
Worm infections can easily spread between family members. The doctor may recommend treatment for all family members, whether or not the symptoms of infection are visible to avoid any further complication.
Your doctor may monitor your blood counts as the use of Deworm Tablet may affect cell multiplication and cause a reduction in the total blood cell count.
Some self-care measures:
1. Do not give raw or undercooked food to your child. Instead give a balanced diet, containing herbs, fruits, and spices of therapeutic value.
2. Encourage your child to wash their hands with soap and water every time they use the toilet as that will help prevent the spread of infection to other members.
3. Trim your child’s nails frequently to disable any source of worm infection.
4. Maintain a neat space and hygiene around your child.
Inform the doctor in case your child exhibits signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, itching, or any other signs of infection such as fever, blood in urine and vomit, bleeding from gums, or black, red, or tarry stools.
Call your child’s doctor right away if your child exhibits any signs of a liver problem like dark urine, tiredness, upset stomach, light-colored stools, or yellow skin or eyes.

Safety advice

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Deworm Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Deworm Tablet is recommended.
However, dose adjustments may be required in severe kidney disease. Consult your child’s doctor before giving it to your child in case of severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Deworm Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Deworm Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

How can I know that my child is having a worm infection?

In case of worm infestations, your child may complain of an itchy bottom (rectal area), difficulty sitting, fatigue, restless sleep due to anal itching, or persistent stomach pain with loss of appetite or frequent indigestion. Another sign of worm infection is Pica (a habit of eating inedible substances such as mud). Speak to your child’s doctor as soon as you notice any such signs in your child. The doctor may ask for your child’s stool and blood samples for examination. Depending upon the reports, the doctor will decide upon the treatment and prescribe your child some medicine.

How can my child become infected with intestinal worms?

Children typically develop infections very easily due to weak immunity. The infection can be transmitted from the eggs of worms present in human feces which contaminate soil in areas with poor sanitation. These worms and their eggs can get transmitted by drinking contaminated water or by eating contaminated vegetables and fruits without washing or peeling properly. Your child may also get infected by playing in the soil that is contaminated with the eggs of the worms. So, keep a note of these points and take proper care of their hygiene. Ask your child to properly clean hands and legs after returning from outdoor activities.

What are the serious side effects of Deworm Tablet?

Prolong or excess intake of Deworm Tablet can cause serious side effects such as seizures and low blood count. Therefore, it is advised not to give Deworm Tablet if your child is already suffering from a seizure disorder. Also, your child’s doctor may monitor the complete blood cell (CBC) in your child at regular intervals.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Deworm Tablet?

You can give your child medicines meant to relieve pain and fever unless your doctor has told you not to. However, some medicines should be avoided while being on medication with Deworm Tablet. So, to avoid any risk of side effects, talk to your child’s doctor before giving any other medicines to your child.

What is the best time to give Deworm Tablet to my child?

Deworm Tablet can be given at any time of the day. Just remember to give it in the dose and way as prescribed by your child’s doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Imidazothiazoles derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Antiprotozoal agents

References

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User feedback

What are you using Deworm Tablet for?

Parasitic worm infections

80%

Others

20%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

100%

What were the side-effects while using Deworm Tablet?

Dizziness

25%

Headache

25%

Fever

25%

Vomiting

25%

How do you take Deworm Tablet?

Empty stomach

100%

Patient concerns

I am suffering from temporarily itching and rashes on my body and after get medicine ebaste 20 .5mg get relief for 2-3 days and again same problem start. Kindly suggest precautions and what is wrong? Ige report value is 337.

Dr. Dharamvir Singh

Dermatology

U r hving high IgE levels , may bee cause of worm infection or allergiesContinue taking beast for 3 months , deworm urself

I have been feeling itching around anal region and have developed red rashes. Further I start feeling some sort of parasite there for 2 days

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

U should deworm your self

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Country of origin: India
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