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Levamisole Hydrochloride

Anthelmintic Prescription

Indications

Helminthiasis

Levamisole Hydrochloride is used to treat ascariasis and hookworm infections. It is also effective against Enterobius vermi-cularis, Trichuris trichiura, Strongyloide stercoralis, Trichostrongylus colubriformis and similar worms.

⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.

Pharmacology

Levamisole is the active laevo-isomer of tetramisole. It paralyses susceptible intestinal worms, and the paralysed worms are then passed out of the intestines. Levamisole also strengthens cellular immune responses in humans.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Studies in animals have shown that Levamisole causes no teratogenic effects. Even so, current medical practice is that the benefits of any drug taken in pregnancy should be weighed against the possible dangers.

⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Dosage Reference

⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.

Adults: Levamisole is given as a single dose, preferably after a light meal. For children aged 1 to 4 years, the dose is 1 tablet or 5 ml syrup. For ages 5 to 15 years, it is 2 tablets or 10 ml syrup. From 16 years and over, it is 3 tablets or 15 ml syrup. In severe hookworm infection, a second standard dose of Levamisole can be given one or seven days after the first, whichever timing is feasible.

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Levamisole Hydrochloride

Indications

Pharmacology

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Dosage Reference

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