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Composition

LEVAMISOLE-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Iceberg Health Care Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About I-Caris 50 mg Tablet

I-Caris 50 mg 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), 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 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 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 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 inform your doctor if you are allergic to I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 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 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 to kidney disease, liver disease and pre-existing blood disorders.

Uses of I-Caris 50 mg Tablet

Ascariasis, Ancylostomiasis and Mixed ascariasis-hook worm infections.

Directions for Use

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.

Medicinal Benefits

I-Caris 50 mg 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. I-Caris 50 mg 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of I-Caris 50 mg Tablet

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

Drug Warnings

Before starting I-Caris 50 mg Tablet inform your doctor if you are allergic to I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 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 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 to kidney disease, liver disease and pre-existing blood disorders. This I-Caris 50 mg 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. I-Caris 50 mg Tablet is also not recommended in rheumatoid arthritis. Caution should be taken while using I-Caris 50 mg 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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LevamisoleGolimumab
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LevamisoleEtanercept
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LevamisoleGolimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet:
Taking I-Caris 50 mg Tablet together with golimumab may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 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 I-Caris 50 mg Tablet:
Taking etanercept together with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using etanercept together with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 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.
LevamisoleDeferiprone
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet:
Deferiprone can lower white blood cell count, and combining it with other medications like I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 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 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.
LevamisoleVoclosporin
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet:
Taking voclosporin together with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 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.
LevamisoleCladribine
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet:
The combined use of I-Caris 50 mg Tablet and cladribine can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking I-Caris 50 mg Tablet and Cladribine together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning sensation when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LevamisoleNatalizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet:
Using natalizumab together with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using natalizumab and I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 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.
LevamisoleTofacitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet:
When Tofacitinib and I-Caris 50 mg Tablet are used together, there is a higher chance of getting serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 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.
LevamisoleBaricitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of baricitinib and I-Caris 50 mg Tablet can raise the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, baricitinib can be taken with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 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.
LevamisoleAdalimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet:
Combining adalimumab with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 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 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.
LevamisoleFingolimod
Severe
How does the drug interact with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet:
Taking fingolimod together with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using fingolimod together with I-Caris 50 mg Tablet 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.

Drug-Food Interactions

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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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Special Advise

  • 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.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Roundworms: Roundworms are parasites that live in your intestine. They are contagious through contact with the infected stool of people or animals. Roundworms can also be contracted by contact with infected surfaces (usually soil and dirt). It causes ascariasis, an small intestine infection caused by Ascaris lumbricoides, a roundworm species. Mostly it is transmitted through poor hygiene. It is usually found in human faeces and is transmitted from hand to mouth. Symptoms include live worm in your stool, wheezing, cough, fever, severe abdominal pain, vomiting, restlessness, disturbed sleep, weight loss, and loss of appetite. Sometimes it also affects the lungs; symptoms include coughing, wheezing, chest discomfort, fever and blood in the mucus.

Hookworms: Hookworms are parasites. This means they live on other living things. Hookworms affect your lungs, skin, and small intestine. Hookworm causes ancylostomiasis, an infection of the small intestine that is caused by  Ancylostoma hookworm. Hookworm is passed by human faeces onto the ground. It is transmitted by walking barefoot on contaminated soil or by the ingestion of contaminated food/by directly passing through the skin. Symptoms include diarrhoea, barely noticeable abdominal pain, intestinal cramps, colic, nausea and serious anaemia. People in good health may not have any symptoms at all.

Mixed Ascariasis-Hookworm infections: There are mixed infections caused by Ascaris lumbricoides (giant roundworms) and hookworms.

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