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Levotab-550 Tablet

Manufactured byEast West Pharma
ContainsAlbendazole (400 mg) + Levamisole (150 mg)
Description
Levotab-550 Tablet is a combination medicine that consists of albendazole and levamisole. It is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of parasitic worm infections. Levotab-550 Tablet works by stopping the growth of parasites, thus it prevents the spread of infection. Levotab-550 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. Levotab-550 Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age. Levotab-550 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 Levotab-550 Tablet. Levotab-550 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 Levotab-550 Tablet as it may cause dizziness or may affect your vision.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Levotab-550 Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Vomiting
  • Fatigue
  • Chest pain
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Rash
  • Fever
  • Dark urine
  • Bleeding and bruising
  • Shortness of breath
  • Unusual tiredness

Uses of Levotab-550 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Worm infections
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Levotab-550 Tablet to show its action is 2-5 hours.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Levotab-550 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 Levotab-550 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 Levotab-550 Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Levotab-550 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 Levotab-550 Tablet may pass into the breastmilk or not. Therefore, take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.

Allergy

Avoid taking Levotab-550 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

Levotab-550 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

Levotab-550 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 Levotab-550 Tablet may pass into the breastmilk or not. Therefore, take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.
General warnings

Driving or operating machines

Levotab-550 Tablet may cause drowsiness or visual disturbances. So, do not perform activities like driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine.

Liver disease

Levotab-550 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

Levotab-550 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

Levotab-550 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 Levotab-550 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 Levotab-550 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 Levotab-550 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 Levotab-550 Tablet because this medicine may worsen your condition.
Food interactions
Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended during treatment with Levotab-550 Tablet due to the increased risk of severe side effects.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Levotab-550 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 Levotab-550 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

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

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

Unknown

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Classification

Category

Anthelmintics

Schedule

Schedule H

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