Raid Suspension
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Product introduction
Raid Suspension is a combination of two medicines used to treat parasites and worm infestations in the body. It helps to treat the infection by inhibiting the growth of the parasites.
Raid Suspension is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as a prescription. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better.
Raid Suspension may lead to some side effects such as nausea, headaches, stomach pain, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.
Raid Suspension is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as a prescription. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better.
Raid Suspension may lead to some side effects such as nausea, headaches, stomach pain, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.
Uses of Raid Suspension
- Worm infections
Benefits of Raid Suspension
In Worm infections
Raid Suspension is medicine which helps treat many parasitic worm infections. It kills and stops the further growth of worms causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.
Side effects of Raid Suspension
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Raid
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Loss of appetite
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Increased liver enzymes
How to use Raid Suspension
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Raid Suspension is to be taken with food.
How Raid Suspension works
Raid Suspension is a combination of two medicines: Mebendazole and Levamisole. Mebendazole works by keeping the worms from absorbing sugar (glucose), so that they lose energy and die. Levamisole works by decreasing the muscle activity and causing paralysis of the worms.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Raid Suspension. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Raid Suspension may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Raid Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Raid Suspension may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Raid Suspension in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Raid Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Raid Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Raid Suspension?
If you miss a dose of Raid Suspension, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Raid Suspension should be taken with food but at the same time every day.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how medicine affects you.
- It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to overcome medicine side effects.
- Discontinue Raid Suspension and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
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- Mebebdazole. High Wycombe, Bucks: Janssen-Cilag Ltd.; 1975 [revised 19 Nov. 2014]. [Accessed 08 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Levamisole. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Mebendazole. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from: Drugs. com. Levamisole. [Available 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: P R G Pharma Pvt Ltd
Address: 305,3rd Floor, Progressive House, Rohit Kunj, Pitampura,Delhi-110034 , India
Country of origin: India
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