Description
✅ 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) MedInsider+10PharmEasy+10blupack.com+10. It works by:
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Albendazole cutting off worms’ energy supply,
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Ivermectin paralyzing them so they die TrueMeds+1Timesmed+1PharmEasy+4GetOMeds+4N Chimanlal Enterprises+4.
Typically it’s given once, but sometimes doctors may advise another dose after about two weeks to prevent reinfection TrueMeds+4N Chimanlal Enterprises+41mg+4.
⚠️ Possible side effects
Most are mild and go away after a short time. They may include TrueMedsN Chimanlal EnterprisesMedicinesFAQ:
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Upset tummy: nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation
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Headache, dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue
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Loss of appetite or mild fever
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Itchy throat, gas (flatulence)
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Hair thinning
Rare but serious signs that need urgent medical attention TrueMeds+2Timesmed+2PharmEasy+2GetOMeds+2N Chimanlal Enterprises+21mg+2:
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Unexpected bleeding or easy bruising
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Severe skin rash
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Confusion, seizures, vision trouble, neck pain, trouble walking
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Symptoms of liver issues: yellow eyes or skin, dark urine, pale stools
💡 Simple advice for taking it
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Shake the bottle well before each use and measure the dose accurately.
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It’s best taken on an empty stomach or with fatty food (like milk) to help absorption Timesmed+2MedicinesFAQ+2GetOMeds+21mgGetOMeds+3TrueMeds+3Timesmed+3TrueMeds+3N Chimanlal Enterprises+3GetOMeds+3.
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If vomiting occurs within 30 minutes, repeat the dose once TrueMeds+7N Chimanlal Enterprises+7GetOMeds+7.
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Finish the full prescribed course, even if you feel better, to ensure all worms are cleared 1mg.
👶 For children, elderly, and special conditions
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Children: Usually safe if child weighs over ~10 kg; dose may be repeated after 2 weeks GetOMeds.
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Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Not recommended, especially early pregnancy—talk to your doctor TrueMedsMedicinesFAQ.
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Liver or kidney problems: Use carefully—your doctor might order blood tests N Chimanlal Enterprises+4TrueMeds+4Timesmed+4.
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Driving or machinery: Avoid if feeling dizzy or sleepy TrueMeds.
🔍 When to contact your doctor
Let your healthcare provider know if any of these happen:
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Severe stomach pain, persistent vomiting, diarrhea
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Bleeding, easy bruising
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Seizures, extreme dizziness, trouble walking or speaking
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High fever, yellowing skin/eyes, dark urine
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Severe rash or swelling MedInsider+10TrueMeds+10GetOMeds+10blupack.com+1GetOMeds+1N Chimanlal Enterprises
📦 Storage instructions
Keep at room temperature (below 30 °C), away from light and out of children’s reach. Discard 4 weeks after opening GetOMeds+3TrueMeds+3MedicinesFAQ+3.
🧾 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 2 weeks |
Common side effects | Upset stomach, headache, dizziness, mild fever, hair loss, sore throat |
Serious signs | Bleeding, rash, seizures, liver symptoms → see doctor promptly |
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