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Can you take deworming medicine without consulting a doctor is it safe. If so for how long and what dosage is safe
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Yes, you can take albendazole 400 mg once in six months
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If you are living in an endemic (high prevalence) area and want to take it for prophylactic purpose, then take Tab Albendazole 400mg - one tablet after dinner.
You can repeat this once in every six months or annually.
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One dose once in six months or one year
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This is only for preventive purpose.
Treatment protocol for helminthic infections vary, please contact a general physician if you are looking for treatment advice.
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No any problem. Zental 400 one before breakfast with a glass of water to be chewed very well n consume it.
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Yes once weekly for three weeks
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Need few more details. Kindly connect for further evaluation
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Dr. Rachna Pande
Internal Medicine
42 yrs exp
Bhopal
Do you have any symptoms? If you actually have seen worms in stools, you can take tab Albendazole 400 mg one tab. After food with hot water or milk. Repeat one more tablet after 15 days.
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if not seen worms and have a doubt, get stool sample tested for ova and cysts.
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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10 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried food and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables and fruits
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Anubha Singh
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4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Chaithra H
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Albendazole 400mg stat.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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