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Leris 150mg Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

LEVAMISOLE-150MG

Uses:

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

Medicinal Benefits:

Leris 150mg 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. Leris 150mg 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.

FAQs

Leris 150mg Tablet is used for the treatment of roundworm and hookworm infections.

Leris 150mg 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 Leris 150mg Tablet by yourself even if you feel better, take the advice of your doctor before stopping Leris 150mg Tablet. Because there may be a chance of reoccurrence of infection.

If you forget a dose of Leris 150mg 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.

Leris 150mg 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 Leris 150mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending upon your medical condition.

No, Leris 150mg Tablet is not an antibiotic; It is an anti-parasitic drug, primarily used for the treatment of roundworm and hookworm infection.

Yes, Leris 150mg Tablet is effective when taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

You should avoid Leris 150mg 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 Leris 150mg Tablet in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.

Yes, Leris 150mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult your doctor before taking it.

The most common side effects of Leris 150mg Tablet include headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, and abdominal pain. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.