VERMA
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Chemical Name:
Flubendazole -
Therapeutic Category:
Antiprotozoal & Anthelmintic drugs -
Pharmacologic Category:
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Pharmaceutical Form:
Tablets -
Composition:
Flubendazole 100mg
VERMA
Tablets
Flubendazole
Broad Spectrum Anthelmintic
1.PHARMACOLOGY:
Flubendazole is a benzimidazole which has an anthelmintic activity against most nematode and other worms. Its action as anti-worms occurs by hindering the polymerization and preventing the reabsorption of glucose by hindering the parasite. This will lead to the elimination of intestinal worms.
2.PHARMACOKINETCS:
Flubendazole is poorly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.
Flubendazole is excreted by feces during the following 3 days after the administration of 100 mg.
Plasma concentrations and renal excretion of Flubendazole are negligible.
3.INDICATIONS:
VERMA is indicated for the following cases:
- Oxyurose.
- Ascariasis.
- Trichocephalosis.
- Ancylostomiasis.
4.CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Flubendazole is contraindicated in patients when with known hypersensitivity to the benzimidazole class of compounds.
5.PREGNANCY & LACTATION:
Flubendazole is contraindicated in pregnancy. Caution should be exercised when Flubendazole is administered to a nursing women.
6.SIDE EFFECTS:
Digestive disorders: Diarrhea, nausea and abdominal pain.
7.DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION:
Adults: VERMA tablets may be chewed, swallowed or crushed and mixed with food. No specific procedures such as fasting or purging are required.
Oxyurose: Single dose of 100 mg to be repeated after 15-20 days if necessary. Ascariasis,Trichocephalosis and Ancylostomiasis: 100 mg morning and evening for 3 consecutive days .
High levels of cleanliness and hygiene must be maintained during therapy.
8.OVERDOSAGE:
In case of overdosage, symptomatic therapy e.g. (gastric lavage and activated charcoal) and general supportive measures are recommended.
9.PACKAGING & COMPOSITION:
VERMA - Tablets: A pack of 6 tablets. Each tablet contains 100 mg Flubendazole.
10.STORAGE CONDITIONS:
Store VERMA - Tablets at temperature between (15-30)°C.