Levamisole
Information about Levamisole
Levamisole Uses
Levamisole is used in the treatment of worm infections, schistosoma infections, diarrhea, periodontitis, liver abscesses, intestinal amoebiasis, hepatic amoebiasis and filariasis.
How Levamisole works
Levamisole acts as an anthelmintic by selectively targeting the neuromuscular system of parasitic worms. It works as a nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (nAChR) agonist, causing continuous stimulation of the parasite’s nervous system. This leads to muscle contraction, paralysis, and eventual expulsion of the worms from the host’s body.
Common side effects of Levamisole
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Available Medicine for Levamisole
DicarisJanssen Pharmaceuticals
₹17 to ₹462 variant(s)
VermisolKhandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd
₹14 to ₹363 variant(s)
VapalRowan Bioceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹191 variant(s)
ElsealOrganic Laboratories
₹591 variant(s)
VizoleM.M Labs
₹31 variant(s)
LevamIndillina Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹1401 variant(s)
VitilexGlowderma Labs Pvt Ltd
₹58 to ₹1162 variant(s)
AlmizolAlembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹331 variant(s)
LevazeNidus Pharma Pvt Ltd
₹181 variant(s)
VitizolBioderma Solutions
₹341 variant(s)
Expert advice for Levamisole
- Always follow the prescribed dosage and duration of Levamisole to ensure effective parasite elimination and prevent resistance.
- If you have liver, kidney, or blood disorders, consult a doctor before starting Levamisole.
- Use Levamisole only under medical supervision to avoid misuse and complications.
- You have been prescribed Levamisole to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections.
- It should be taken with food.
- Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Swallow it whole with a full glass of water.
- It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Levamisole.
- Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
- Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
- Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.