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Description
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is an anti-worm medication. It is used to treat infections caused by intestinal worms such as pinworm, roundworm, hookworm, etc. This medicine works by killing the worms that cause infections. The killed worms are then passed out of the body through the stool.
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet shows common side effects such as diarrhoea, headache, stomach cramps, loss of appetite, vomiting, and stomach upset. These side effects usually subside with time. However, if they persist or become worse, consult your doctor for further assistance. Avoid driving vehicles or operating heavy machines as this medicine may make you feel dizzy.
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. It is usually taken once as a single dose or as directed by your doctor depending upon the type of worm infections you have. Do not take more than the recommended dose of this medicine. Consult your doctor if you continue seeing worms in your stool or if symptoms last or worsen. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking this medication as it can make you more dizzy or drowsy.
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it or have liver problems. Caution is required while taking the medication if you have anaemia (low red blood cell count) and/or malnutrition.
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children below two years of age. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before taking this tablet.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Nemocid 250 mg Tablet
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Nemocid 250 mg Tablet
Nausea and Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Abdominal cramps
Headache
Skin rash
Drowsiness
Sleep disturbances
Elevated liver enzymes
Dizziness
Uses of Nemocid 250 mg Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Roundworm infection (Ascariasis)
Roundworm infection (Ascariasis) is an infection of the intestine caused by Ascaris lumbricoides. The symptoms include stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or bloody stools, etc. Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is used to treat roundworm infection.
Pinworm infection (enterobiasis)
Pinworm infection (enterobiasis) is an infection of the intestine caused by pinworm. The symptoms include itching around the anal area, difficulty sleeping, irritability, occasional stomach pain and nausea, etc. Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is used to treat pinworm infection.
Hookworm infection
Hookworm infection is the infection of the intestine caused by the parasite known as hookworm. The symptoms include itching, fever, anaemia, fatigue, coughing or wheezing, diarrhoea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, weight loss, etc. Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is used to treat hookworm infection.
Trichostrongyliasis
Trichostrongyliasis is a worm infection caused by Trichostrongylus (roundworm). Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is used to treat trichostrongyliasis.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time at which Nemocid 250 mg Tablet starts working is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The time duration for which Nemocid 250 mg Tablet remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Nemocid 250 mg Tablet.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to the lack of safety data. Consult your doctor before taking the medication if you are pregnant.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is not recommended while breastfeeding as there is no sufficient safety data available. Consult your doctor before taking the medication if you are breastfeeding.
Allergy
Avoid taking Nemocid 250 mg Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Liver conditions
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is not recommended if you have liver problems as it may further worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to the lack of safety data. Consult your doctor before taking the medication if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is not recommended while breastfeeding as there is no sufficient safety data available. Consult your doctor before taking the medication if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Malnurition (or) Anaemia
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have a severe malnutrition or anaemia. In such cases, your doctor may provide you with supportive therapy before initiating the treatment with this medicine.
Driving vehicles or operating heavy machines
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Hence avoid driving vehicles and operating heavy machines after taking this medicine.
Use in children
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children less than two years of age as its safety and efficacy data are not established.
Alcohol consumption
Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with Nemocid 250 mg Tablet as it can make you drowsy or dizzy.
Missed Dose
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is usually taken as a single dose so the chances of missing a dose are unlikely. However, if you are on a scheduled dosage regimen, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses together to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose of Nemocid 250 mg Tablet. Consult your doctor in case of an overdose.
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
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Sodium iodide I-123
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet can interfere with the test results of sodium iodide I-123 (diagnostic test to evaluate thyroid function). Your doctor will advise you about when to stop this medication so that it does not interfere with your thyroid test results.
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet is used to treat intestinal worm infections. Take this medicine with or without food. Do not chew, crush, or break the tablet.
The dose of Nemocid 250 mg Tablet will be decided by your doctor based on your clinical condition. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Avoid consumption of alcohol during the treatment with Nemocid 250 mg Tablet.
Consult your doctor before taking the medication if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Nemocid 250 mg Tablet works by killing the worms responsible for the infection.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Anthelmintics
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 7 Jul 2022
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