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VITILEX 50MG TABLET is an anti-parasitic drug used for the treatment of roundworm and hookworm infections. It contains Levamisole, which kills worms and treats infection. It may cause common side effects such as headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, and abdominal pain. If the side effects persist or worsen, stop taking the medicine and consult your doctor.
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Composition :

LEVAMISOLE-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Glowderma Lab Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About VITILEX 50MG TABLET

VITILEX 50MG TABLET belongs to a class 'anti-parasitic', primarily used for the treatment of roundworm and hookworm infections. Roundworms are parasites that live in your intestine and cause ascariasis (an infection of the small intestine caused by Ascaris lumbricoides, which is a species of roundworm). It also causes infection in the lungs. Hookworms are parasites; they live on other living things and cause ancylostomiasis (an infection of the small intestine caused by ancylostoma, a hookworm species), and it also causes infection in the lungs and skin.

VITILEX 50MG TABLET is composed of 'levamisole'. It works by suppressing the enzyme activity in the worm's muscle; this leads to paralysis and death. In this way, it kills worms and treats your infection.

You are advised to take VITILEX 50MG TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. The most common side effects of a VITILEX 50MG TABLET include headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, and abdominal pain. These side effects resolve on their own. However, if the side effects are persistent, stop the medicine and consult your doctor immediately.

Before starting VITILEX 50MG TABLET inform your doctor if you are allergic to VITILEX 50MG TABLET or any other medications. Inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medications, herbal or dietary supplements. Use the VITILEX 50MG TABLET as advised by your doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not recommend the VITILEX 50MG TABLET to kidney disease, liver disease and pre-existing blood disorders.

Uses of VITILEX 50MG TABLET

Treatment of Ascariasis, Ancylostomiasis and Mixed ascariasis-hook worm infections.

Directions for Use

Swallow VITILEX 50MG TABLET as a whole with a glass full of water. Do not chew, crush or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

VITILEX 50MG TABLET is composed of 'levamisole' belonging to a class 'anti-parasitic', primarily used for treating roundworm and hookworm infections. It works by suppressing the enzyme activity in the worm's muscle; this leads to paralysis and death. In this way, it kills worms and treats your infection. VITILEX 50MG TABLET is also used in the treatment of mixed ascariasis hookworm infections. It is also used in colon cancer in combination with cancer medicine to work effectively against colon cancer.

How VITILEX 50MG TABLET Works

VITILEX 50MG TABLET is composed of 'levamisole'. It works by suppressing the enzyme activity in the worm's muscle; this leads to paralysis and death. In this way, it kills worms and treats your infection.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of VITILEX 50MG TABLET

  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Mouth sores
  • Loss of appetite
  • Stomach pain
  • Change in taste and smell
  • Muscle aches
  • Fatigue
  • Skin rash

What if I have taken an overdose of VITILEX 50MG TABLET

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of VITILEX 50MG TABLET as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Before starting VITILEX 50MG TABLET inform your doctor if you are allergic to VITILEX 50MG TABLET or any other medications. Inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medications, herbal or dietary supplements. Use the VITILEX 50MG TABLET as advised by your doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not recommend the VITILEX 50MG TABLET to kidney disease, liver disease and pre-existing blood disorders. This VITILEX 50MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with a history of liver diseases, kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. VITILEX 50MG TABLET is also not recommended in rheumatoid arthritis. Caution should be taken while using VITILEX 50MG TABLET in Sjogren's syndrome ( disorder of your immune system identified by its two most common symptoms — dry eyes and a dry mouth).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LevamisoleAdalimumab
Severe
LevamisoleLeflunomide
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LevamisoleAdalimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's:
Combining adalimumab with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's can make you more likely to get severe infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's and Adalimumab, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, a sore throat, muscle pain, difficulty breathing, losing weight, pain or burning when you urinate contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
LevamisoleLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's:
When cladribine and Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's are used together, there is a higher chance of getting serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's and Leflunomide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms - infection, complications, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, weight loss, pain or burning during urination - contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LevamisoleRotavirus vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's:
Taking Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's and rotavirus vaccine together increases the risk of infection and also decreases the efficacy of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's and Rotavirus vaccine together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience any symptoms of infection, such as fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort or burning during urination. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevamisoleTofacitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's:
When Tofacitinib and Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's are used together, there is a higher chance of getting serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's and Tofacitinib together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you notice any of these symptoms - infection, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, weight loss, pain or burning during urination - contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
LevamisoleCertolizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's:
Taking Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's together with certolizumab may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's, together with certolizumab, can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience any symptoms of infection, such as fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort or burning during urination. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevamisoleGolimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's:
Taking Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's together with golimumab may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's together with golimumab can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience any symptoms of infection, such as fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort or burning during urination. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevamisoleEtanercept
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's:
Taking etanercept together with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using etanercept together with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by a doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort or burning during urination. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevamisoleNatalizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's:
Using natalizumab together with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using natalizumab and Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience any symptoms of infection, such as fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort or burning during urination. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevamisoleBaricitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's:
Coadministration of baricitinib and Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's can raise the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, baricitinib can be taken with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LevamisoleClozapine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's:
When Cladribine and Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's are used together, it increases the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vitilex 50 Tablet 4's with Clozapine together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination- it's important to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands with soap and water before handling food.

  • Teach children the importance of washing hands to prevent infection.

  • Wash, peel or cook all raw vegetables and fruits before eating, particularly those that have been grown in soil that has been fertilized with manure.

  • Take milk, papaya, nuts, oats, eggs into your regular diet.

  • Eat berries, fish, veggies.

  • Avoid oily food and spicy foods.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPARASITIC - ANTITAPEWORM DRUGS

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Alcohol

Unsafe

VITILEX 50MG TABLET is not recommended with the consumption of alcohol while receiving this medicine since it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as severe headaches, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, etc.

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Pregnancy

Caution

VITILEX 50MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

VITILEX 50MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition

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Driving

Caution

Use of this may cause symptoms such as dizziness, sleepiness, etc., in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.

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Liver

Caution

VITILEX 50MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with a history of liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Regular monitoring of liver function tests, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

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Kidney

Caution

VITILEX 50MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with a history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

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Children

Caution

VITILEX 50MG TABLET should be prescribed by the advice of your doctor. Because dose adjustments were done based on the height and weight of the child.

FAQs

VITILEX 50MG TABLET is used for the treatment of roundworm and hookworm infections.
VITILEX 50MG TABLET works by suppressing the enzyme activity in the worm's muscle because of this it leads to paralysis and death. In this way, it kills worms and treats your infection.
No, you should not stop taking VITILEX 50MG TABLET by yourself even if you feel better, take the advice of your doctor before stopping VITILEX 50MG TABLET. Because there may be a chance of reoccurrence of infection.
If you forget a dose of VITILEX 50MG TABLET, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
VITILEX 50MG TABLET may make you feel dizzy. Avoid driving, operating on machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities, especially during the initial days of your treatment. However, if your condition does not improve, consult your doctor.
You are advised to take VITILEX 50MG TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending upon your medical condition.
No, VITILEX 50MG TABLET is not an antibiotic; It is an anti-parasitic drug, primarily used for the treatment of roundworm and hookworm infection.
Yes, VITILEX 50MG TABLET is effective when taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
You should avoid VITILEX 50MG TABLET if you are allergic to its components. Inform the doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, pre-existing blood disorders or rheumatoid arthritis.
Store VITILEX 50MG TABLET in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.
Yes, VITILEX 50MG TABLET is safe but it is important to consult your doctor before taking it.
The most common side effects of VITILEX 50MG TABLET include headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, and abdominal pain. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

552, Mastermind-1, Royal Palms Estate, Arey Milk Colony , Goregaon(E), Mumbai - 400 065
Other Info - VIT0052

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