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Brutal Tablet
Manufactured byENDOCARD INDIA PVT LTD
ContainsAlbendazole (400 mg) + Levamisole (150 mg)
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Description
Brutal Tablet is a combination medicine that consists of albendazole and levamisole. It is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of parasitic worm infections. Brutal Tablet works by stopping the growth of parasites, thus it prevents the spread of infection.
Brutal Tablet shows some side effects that include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist for a long time. Avoid taking this medicine if you are previously allergic to it. Brutal Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age.
Brutal Tablet should be taken with food to avoid gastric irritation. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid taking more than the prescribed doses of Brutal Tablet.
Brutal Tablet should be taken with caution if you have any kidney problems. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using this medicine. Avoid driving or doing activities that require concentration after taking Brutal Tablet as it may cause dizziness or may affect your vision.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Brutal Tablet
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Brutal Tablet
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Vomiting
Fatigue
Chest pain
Headache
Dizziness
Rash
Fever
Dark urine
Bleeding and bruising
Shortness of breath
Unusual tiredness
Uses of Brutal Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Worm infections
Worm infections (helminthiasis) are caused by various parasitic worms. Most of the worms affect your intestine when you consume parasite contaminated food or water. You may experience loss of appetite, stomach discomfort, vomiting, irritation, bloody stools, etc. Brutal Tablet kills the parasite and is thus used in treating hookworm infections, tapeworm infections, pinworm infections, roundworm infection.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Brutal Tablet to show its action is 2-5 hours.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which Brutal Tablet remains active in the body is about 48 hours.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while using Brutal Tablet as it may result in severe headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, etc.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Brutal Tablet.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Brutal Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative with the same therapeutic effect.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
It is not known whether Brutal Tablet may pass into the breastmilk or not. Therefore, take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.
Allergy
Avoid taking Brutal Tablet if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if there is any history of allergy to this medicine. Contact your doctor and seek medical attention immediately if you notice any symptoms like skin rash, itching/swelling, dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Severe kidney disease
Brutal Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe kidney problems as it may increase the risk of worsening your condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Brutal Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative with the same therapeutic effect.
Breast-feeding
It is not known whether Brutal Tablet may pass into the breastmilk or not. Therefore, take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.
General warnings
Driving or operating machines
Brutal Tablet may cause drowsiness or visual disturbances. So, do not perform activities like driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine.
Liver disease
Brutal Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems as it may alter the liver enzymes and worsen your condition. Your liver functions need to be monitored closely while you take this medicine.
Bone marrow suppression
Brutal Tablet may alter the function of bone marrow, resulting in a decreased count of blood cells and causing anaemia. Your blood cell counts may need to be closely monitored while you take this medicine.
Retinal damage
Brutal Tablet should be used with caution if you have eye problems such as retinal lesions (tumours that are formed in the eye) due to the increased risk of retinal damage.
Missed Dose
If you forget to take a dose of Brutal Tablet, make sure that you remember to take your next dose when it is due. Do not take two doses together to make up for a forgotten dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose of Brutal Tablet. In case of an overdose, seek emergency medical treatment or contact your doctor immediately.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while using Brutal Tablet as it may result in severe headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, etc.
Interaction with Medicine
Carbamazepine
Clozapine
Dexamethasone
Phenytoin
Anticoagulants
Disease interactions
Kidney diseases
Inform your doctor if you have severe kidney problems before taking Brutal Tablet because this medicine may worsen your condition.
Food interactions
Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended during treatment with Brutal Tablet due to the increased risk of severe side effects.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Brutal Tablet with food to avoid gastric irritation. Do not chew or crush the tablet in your mouth.
Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Brutal Tablet. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects.
Avoid driving a vehicle or operating machinery after taking this tablet. Your doctor may advise a blood test to check your liver enzymes and blood cell count during the treatment.
Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets. Ensure that the unused medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Albendazole works by decreasing the ability of worms to absorb glucose. This results in draining the worm's energy, eventually killing it.
Levamisole paralyzes the muscles of the worms and reduces their ability to reproduce. Thus the combination is effective for the treatment of infections caused by worms.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Anthelmintics
Schedule
Schedule H
Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Levamisole. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 17 August 2021].
Accessdata.fda.gov. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 17 August 2021].
Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Albendazole. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 17 August 2021].
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Information on this page was last updated on 21 Oct 2021
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