Description
Distocide 600 mg Tablet is an anthelmintic which helps in the treatment of worm infections that affect blood and the liver. Patients with a history of seizures and liver injury should be monitored carefully and the doctor should be contacted immediately if any symptoms appear.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Distocide 600 mg Tablet
- Dizziness
- Diarrhea
- Itching or rash
- Loss of appetite
- Abdominal pain
- Convulsions
- Irregular heartbeat
- Drowsiness
- Increased sweating
- Nausea and Vomiting
Uses of Distocide 600 mg Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
- Schistosomiasis
- Liver fluke
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?This medicine is well absorbed from the Gastro-intestinal tract and reaches its peak levels in the body within 1 to 3 hours of administration.
- How long do the effects of this medicine last?The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4 to 5 hours.
- 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 tendency has been reported.
- Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?This medicine is recommended for pregnant women only if necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
- Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?This medicine is recommended in breastfeeding women only if necessary. The baby should not be breastfed on the day of the treatment and 72 hours after the treatment. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Allergy
Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Distocide 600 mg Tablet.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is recommended for pregnant women only if necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is recommended in breastfeeding women only if necessary. The baby should not be breastfed on the day of the treatment and 72 hours after the treatment. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
General warnings
Liver Function
Distocide 600 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with moderate to severe liver injury. Close monitoring of enzyme levels is necessary, especially if you have a liver condition.
Effect on heart
Distocide 600 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases. Monitoring of symptoms like irregular heart beats, palpitations is necessary.
Central nervous system
Distocide 600 mg Tablet may affect the central nervous system. Patients with a history of seizures should be monitored carefully and your doctor should be informed immediately if any symptoms appear.
Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon as one remembers. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, then one should skip the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the 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
Oxcarbazepine
Rifampicin
Dexamethasone
Fosphenytoin
Disease interactions
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution if the patient has an impairment of normal liver function. It is advised to monitor the liver function before starting the treatment.
Food interactions
Distocide 600 mg Tablet should be taken along with food to maximize the availability in the body.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Distocide 600 mg Tablet as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Ensure that proper hygiene measures are adopted to prevent the recurrence and spread of the infection. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine.
Miscelleneous
How it works
It works by paralyzing the worm and inhibiting its growth.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Anthelmintics
Schedule
Schedule H
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