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Olworm 400mg Suspension is used to treat parasitic worm infections like neurocysticercosis (illness caused by pork tapeworm) and cystic hydatid disease (infection caused by dog tapeworm). Additionally, it is also used to treat infections caused by roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, flukes, and other parasites. It contains Albendazole, which causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, leading to its immobilisation. Thereby, kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection. In some cases, it may cause certain common side effects, such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, and dizziness. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Dr. Aneela S , PhD, M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr. Syed Akram , MBBS, MD
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More about the Product

Composition :

ALBENDAZOLE-400MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Dec-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Olworm 400mg Suspension

Olworm 400mg Suspension is an oral medicine used to treat various parasitic worm infections in the body, such as those affecting the gut, tissues, or organs. It works by targeting and eliminating these parasites, helping to clear the infection completely. Doctors typically prescribe it for specific types of tapeworms, roundworms, and other parasitic organisms.

You should take Olworm 400mg Suspension exactly as prescribed by your doctor, completing the full course even if you start feeling better. Depending on the infection, you may take it as a single dose or twice daily, preferably with high-fat meals to help your body absorb the medicine better. Maintaining strict personal hygiene and washing hands frequently can also support your treatment and prevent reinfection.

Some people may experience mild side effects while taking this medicine, such as headache, stomach pain, or nausea. However, if you experience severe symptoms like unusual bruising, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or a severe skin rash, you should contact your doctor right away.

Before starting Olworm 400mg Suspension, tell your doctor if you have a history of liver disease, blood disorders, or kidney problems. You should not take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or have had an allergic reaction to similar anti-parasitic medications in the past.

This medicine can interact with certain liver enzymes, alcohol, or other drugs, which may increase the risk of liver damage or change how well the treatment works. Pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and elderly individuals should always consult their doctor before starting this medication to ensure it is safe for them.

Uses of Olworm 400mg Suspension

The following are some of the common conditions for which this medicine may be prescribed:

  • Neurocysticercosis: Treats parasitic infections of the brain caused by pork tapeworms, reducing swelling and clearing active cysts in the nervous system.
  • Hydatid Disease: Helps treat tapeworm infections that cause complex cysts in the liver, lungs, or other organs, especially when surgical removal is not an option.
  • Intestinal Worm Infections: Clears common gut parasites like roundworms, hookworms, pinworms, and whipworms by destroying the parasites directly in the digestive tract.
     

Key Benefits

By eliminating parasitic worms and preventing them from growing or multiplying, Olworm 400mg Suspension provides several important benefits for people with intestinal and tissue-based worm infections:

  • Rapid relief from symptoms: By quickly targeting the parasites, Olworm 400mg Suspension helps relieve uncomfortable symptoms like stomach cramps, diarrhoea, and anal itching caused by worm infections.
  • Prevents serious complications: Treating tissue-dwelling parasites protects major organs like the brain, liver, and lungs from long-term damage and cyst growth.
  • High cure rate with short courses: For many common intestinal worm infections, Olworm 400mg Suspension provides an effective cure with just a single dose or a short, multi-day course, helping you recover quickly.
     

Directions for Use

  • Olworm 400mg Suspension can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor.
  • Your doctor will determine the dosage and timing of this medication based on your medical condition.
  • Swallow Olworm 400mg Suspension as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush or chew this medication.

How Olworm 400mg Suspension Works

Olworm 400mg Suspension works by stopping the parasites from absorbing sugar (glucose), which is their primary source of energy. Without energy, the worms gradually lose their strength, die, and are naturally cleared from your body. Because it targets a specific protein structure unique to parasites, it selectively damages the worms while keeping your body's cells safe.
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Alcohol

Caution

It is unknown whether alcohol interacts with Olworm 400mg Suspension. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Olworm 400mg Suspension belongs to pregnancy category C. Do not take Olworm 400mg Suspension if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, as it may cause fetal harm. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Do not breastfeed during and for a minimum of 5 days after treatment with Olworm 400mg Suspension. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Driving

Caution

Olworm 400mg Suspension may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Unsafe

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Olworm 400mg Suspension can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe the dose of this medicine based on the age and body weight of your child.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before using Olworm 400mg Suspension if you have pre-existing heart problems. Your doctor will prescribe Olworm 400mg Suspension if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Olworm 400mg Suspension is generally safe for use in elderly patients if recommended by the physician.

What if I have taken an overdose of Olworm 400mg Suspension

If you suspect an overdose or experience severe symptoms after taking too much of this medicine, seek immediate medical attention or call your local poison control centre right away.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat fatty meals: Take Olworm 400mg Suspension with high-fat foods to enhance the medicine's absorption and make it more effective against systemic infections.
  • Practice strict hand hygiene: Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after using the restroom, changing diapers, and before eating to prevent spreading eggs or reinfecting yourself.
  • Wash bedding and clothing: Wash all bed sheets, blankets, underwear, and pajamas in hot water during and immediately after your treatment to kill any remaining parasite eggs.
  • Keep fingernails short: Trim your nails closely and avoid biting them to prevent parasite eggs from getting trapped under your nails.
  • Clean living spaces: Vacuum carpets and damp-mop floors regularly to remove any dust or debris that might contain microscopic worm eggs.
     
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Olworm 400mg Suspension to start to work: The time required for Olworm 400mg Suspension to show its action is not clinically established. The time for which the effects of Olworm 400mg Suspension last: The duration of action for Olworm 400mg Suspension is not clinically established.

What if you forget to take Olworm 400mg Suspension

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

•Store Olworm 400mg Suspension tablets at room temperature, ideally between 20°C and 25°C (68°F to 77°F). . •Keep the medication in its original packaging to protect it from light and moisture.

Drug Warnings

  • Check the packaging: Always inspect the tablets or packaging before use; do not take the medicine if the seal is broken or if the tablets look discoloured or damaged.
  • Avoid pregnancy: Use effective birth control while taking this medicine and for at least one month after your final dose, as it can harm an unborn baby.
  • Monitor your liver: Your doctor may order regular blood tests to check your liver function and blood cell counts if you are taking this medicine for a long period.
  • Complete the entire course: Never stop taking Olworm 400mg Suspension early, even if you feel completely better, as stopping early can cause the infection to return.
     

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Certain medicines can affect how Olworm 400mg Suspension is absorbed, broken down, or cleared from the body, potentially altering its effectiveness or increasing the risk of side effects, including:

  • Stomach Acid Reducers and Other Antiparasitic Medicines: Combining this medicine with certain stomach acid reducers (like cimetidine) or medications used to treat other parasites (like praziquantel) may change the levels of Olworm 400mg Suspension in your blood, increasing the risk of side effects.
  • Seizure Medications: Certain seizure medications (like carbamazepine or phenobarbital) may lower the effectiveness of Olworm 400mg Suspension by speeding up how quickly your body processes it.
  • Steroid Medications: Steroid medications (like dexamethasone) can increase the levels of Olworm 400mg Suspension in your body, which may require your doctor to monitor you closely.

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Some foods and beverages may affect the way Olworm 400mg Suspension is processed by the body and could increase the likelihood of treatment-related side effects, including:

  • Grapefruit and Grapefruit Juice: Grapefruit or grapefruit juice may interact with this medicine and increase the risk of side effects. Avoid consuming grapefruit products while on this medication.
     

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Habit Forming

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Therapeutic Class

[ANTIHELMINTICS]

FAQs

Olworm 400mg Suspension is used to treat parasite worm infections like neurocysticercosis (infection caused by pork tapeworm) and cystic hydatid disease (infection caused by dog tapeworm). Additionally, it is also used to treat infections caused by roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, flukes, and other parasites.
Olworm 400mg Suspension causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, which leads to its immobilisation. Thereby, Olworm 400mg Suspension kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection.
Do not discontinue Olworm 400mg Suspension without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectively, continue taking Olworm 400mg Suspension for as long as prescribed. Do not hesitate to consult your doctor if you experience any difficulties while taking Olworm 400mg Suspension.
You are recommended to avoid planning for pregnancy while taking Olworm 400mg Suspension as it may cause fetal harm. A pregnancy test should be done before starting the treatment with Olworm 400mg Suspension, and women must use effective birth-control while taking Olworm 400mg Suspension and for at least 1 month after cessation of therapy.
Regular monitoring of blood count at the beginning of each cycle of therapy and every 2 weeks while taking Olworm 400mg Suspension is advised for all patients. Treatment with Olworm 400mg Suspension should be discontinued if a significant decrease in blood cell count is observed.
Treatment with Olworm 400mg Suspension has been associated with mild to moderate elevations of liver enzymes. These elevations generally return to normal upon discontinuation of Olworm 400mg Suspension. Liver function tests should be performed before each treatment cycle and every 2 weeks during the treatment. Treatment with Olworm 400mg Suspension should be discontinued if the liver enzymes exceed twice the upper limit of normal.
Olworm 400mg Suspension might increase the chances of getting an infection. Maintain proper hygiene and try to avoid contact with people who have infections, the flu, or a cold.
You may bleed or bruise easily while taking Olworm 400mg Suspension. Be cautious while using sharp objects and try to avoid injuries. Consult your doctor if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising.
You are recommended to avoid taking Olworm 400mg Suspension if you are allergic to Olworm 400mg Suspension or any of its ingredients, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as it may cause fetal harm.
Olworm 400mg Suspension should be used only under doctor’s supervision. Do not self-medicate, as it can cause some severe side effects. Therefore, if you suspect worm infections in your child, please consult a doctor.
Yes, Olworm 400mg Suspension can cause diarrhoea as a side effect. In such cases, drink lots of water or other fluids to stay hydrated. However, if diarrhoea persists and you notice any signs of dehydration, such as reduced urination with strong-smelling and dark colored urine, consult your doctor. Do not take any other medications without your doctor’s advice.
No, taking Olworm 400mg Suspension in more than the recommended dose will not make it more effective; rather, it can increase the risk of severe side effects and toxicity. If the symptoms are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor.
Store Olworm 400mg Suspension at room temperature in a cool, dry and dark place. Protect from light. Keep it out of reach of children.
Yes, Olworm 400mg Suspension can be taken with or without food or as advised by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions.
The side effects of Olworm 400mg Suspension include stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, and dizziness, in some cases. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Yes, Olworm 400mg Suspension may interact with praziquantel (an anthelmintic), dexamethasone (a corticosteroid), cimetidine (an antacid), and theophylline (an anti-asthma medication). Therefore, inform your doctor before taking Olworm 400mg Suspension with other medicines to avoid possible interactions.
This medicine primarily kills adult worms and larvae, but it may not always destroy all the eggs. This is why practising strict hygiene and sometimes taking a second dose a few weeks later is necessary to prevent reinfection. Talk to your doctor to see if a repeat dose is needed.
It is highly recommended to avoid alcohol while taking this medicine. Both alcohol and this medication are processed by your liver, and combining them can increase the risk of liver damage or worsen side effects like dizziness. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.
Yes, temporary hair thinning is a known, less common side effect, especially when the medicine is taken for a long time to treat complex tissue infections. Your hair should grow back normally once the treatment is finished. Talk to your doctor if this concern is troubling you.
No, you do not need to take a laxative or fast before taking this medicine. The parasites will be destroyed by the medication and naturally leave your body in your stool. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about what to expect.
If a child or anyone else accidentally takes this medicine without a prescription, seek emergency medical care or call your local poison control centre immediately. Keep all medications safely locked away and out of reach of children. Talk to your doctor for further safety advice.

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