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I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's, Pack of 1 TABLET
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LEVAMISOLE-50MG
ORAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
ANTIPARASITIC - ANTITAPEWORM DRUGS
India
Other Info - ICA0018

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I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's 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 I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's by yourself even if you feel better, take the advice of your doctor before stopping I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's. Because there may be a chance of reoccurrence of infection.
If you forget a dose of I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's, 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.
I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's 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.
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I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's 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), and 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.

I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's 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 I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. The most common side effects of a I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's 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 I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's inform your doctor if you are allergic to I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's or any other medications. Inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medications, herbal or dietary supplements. Use the I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's as advised by your doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not recommend the I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's to kidney disease, liver disease and pre-existing blood disorders.

Ascariasis, Ancylostomiasis and Mixed ascariasis-hook worm infections.

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's 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. I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's 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.

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass full of water. Do not chew, crush or break it.Oral liquid/Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the pack's measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Mouth sores
  • Loss of appetite
  • Stomach pain
  • Change in taste and smell
  • Muscle aches
  • Fatigue
  • Skin rash

Before starting I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's inform your doctor if you are allergic to I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's or any other medications. Inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medications, herbal or dietary supplements. Use the I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's as advised by your doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not recommend the I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's to kidney disease, liver disease and pre-existing blood disorders. This I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's should be used with caution in patients with a history of liver diseases, kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's is also not recommended in rheumatoid arthritis. Caution should be taken while using I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's in Sjogren's syndrome ( disorder of your immune system identified by its two most common symptoms — dry eyes and a dry mouth).

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LevamisoleDeferiprone
Severe
LevamisoleLeflunomide
Severe
LevamisoleDeferiprone
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's:
Deferiprone can lower white blood cell count, and combining it with other medications like I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's can also affect white blood cells or bone marrow function, may increase the risk. You may be more likely to develop serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's with Deferiprone together can result in an interaction, but they can be taken together if your doctor advises. 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.
LevamisoleLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's:
When cladribine and I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1'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 I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1'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 I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's:
Taking I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1'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 I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1'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.
LevamisoleAdalimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's:
Combining adalimumab with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's can make you more likely to get severe infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1'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.
LevamisoleVoclosporin
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's:
Taking voclosporin together with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's and Voclosporin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms - fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, weight loss, pain or burning during urination - immediately contact your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LevamisoleInfliximab
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's:
Using Infliximab together with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's may increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Infliximab with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms, it's important to contact your doctor right away. These symptoms include fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle pain, difficulty breathing, weight loss, and pain or burning during urination. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevamisoleFingolimod
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's:
Taking fingolimod together with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using fingolimod together with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's 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.
LevamisoleClozapine
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's:
When Cladribine and I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's are used together, it increases the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1'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.
LevamisoleGolimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's:
Taking I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's together with golimumab may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1'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.
LevamisoleNatalizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's:
Using natalizumab together with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1's may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using natalizumab and I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 1'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.
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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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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.
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  • 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.
  • Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
  • Monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
  • 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.

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