Description
β What is it used for?
Zolemectin is a combination medicine (albendazole + ivermectin) that treats many intestinal worm infections like roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms, whipworms, threadworms, and filarial worms (like those causing filariasis)β―MedInsider+10PharmEasy+10blupack.com+10. It works by:
Albendazole cutting off wormsβ energy supply,
Ivermectin paralyzing them so they dieβ―TrueMeds+1Timesmed+1PharmEasy+4GetOMeds+4N Chimanlal Enterprises+4.
Typically itβs given once, but sometimes doctors may advise another dose after about two weeks to prevent reinfectionβ―TrueMeds+4N Chimanlal Enterprises+41mg+4.
β οΈ Possible side effects
Most are mild and go away after a short time. They may includeβ―TrueMedsN Chimanlal EnterprisesMedicinesFAQ:
Upset tummy: nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation
Headache, dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue
Loss of appetite or mild fever
Itchy throat, gas (flatulence)
Hair thinning
Rare but serious signs that need urgent medical attentionβ―TrueMeds+2Timesmed+2PharmEasy+2GetOMeds+2N Chimanlal Enterprises+21mg+2:
Unexpected bleeding or easy bruising
Severe skin rash
Confusion, seizures, vision trouble, neck pain, trouble walking
Symptoms of liver issues: yellow eyes or skin, dark urine, pale stools
π‘ Simple advice for taking it
Shake the bottle well before each use and measure the dose accurately.
Itβs best taken on an empty stomach or with fatty food (like milk) to help absorptionβ―Timesmed+2MedicinesFAQ+2GetOMeds+21mgGetOMeds+3TrueMeds+3Timesmed+3TrueMeds+3N Chimanlal Enterprises+3GetOMeds+3.
If vomiting occurs within 30 minutes, repeat the dose onceβ―TrueMeds+7N Chimanlal Enterprises+7GetOMeds+7.
Finish the full prescribed course, even if you feel better, to ensure all worms are clearedβ―1mg.
πΆ For children, elderly, and special conditions
Children: Usually safe if child weighs over ~10β―kg; dose may be repeated after 2β―weeksβ―GetOMeds.
Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Not recommended, especially early pregnancyβtalk to your doctorβ―TrueMedsMedicinesFAQ.
Liver or kidney problems: Use carefullyβyour doctor might order blood testsβ―N Chimanlal Enterprises+4TrueMeds+4Timesmed+4.
Driving or machinery: Avoid if feeling dizzy or sleepyβ―TrueMeds.
π When to contact your doctor
Let your healthcare provider know if any of these happen:
Severe stomach pain, persistent vomiting, diarrhea
Bleeding, easy bruising
Seizures, extreme dizziness, trouble walking or speaking
High fever, yellowing skin/eyes, dark urine
Severe rash or swellingβ―MedInsider+10TrueMeds+10GetOMeds+10blupack.com+1GetOMeds+1N Chimanlal Enterprises
π¦ Storage instructions
Keep at room temperature (below 30β―Β°C), away from light and out of children’s reach. Discard 4 weeks after openingβ―GetOMeds+3TrueMeds+3MedicinesFAQ+3.
π§Ύ Quick summary
Aspect | Details |
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Use | Treats a wide range of worm infections (intestinal & filarial) |
How it works | Kills worms by blocking energy (albendazole) and paralyzing them (ivermectin) |
Typical dose | One dose; sometimes a second after 2β―weeks |
Common side effects | Upset stomach, headache, dizziness, mild fever, hair loss, sore throat |
Serious signs | Bleeding, rash, seizures, liver symptoms β see doctor promptly |
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