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Avmec 12 Tablet
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Avmec 12 Tablet is an antiparasitic medication. It is used to treat parasitic infections of your intestinal tract, skin, and eyes.
Avmec 12 Tablet reduces the parasites.
Avmec 12 Tablet reduces the parasites.
Uses of Avmec Tablet
- Treatment of Parasitic infections
Benefits of Avmec Tablet
In Treatment of Parasitic infections
Avmec 12 Tablet helps treat many parasitic infections of your intestinal tract, skin, and eyes. It works by paralyzing and killing the parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Avmec Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Avmec
- Dizziness
- Itching
- Peripheral edema
- Fever
- Joint pain
- Swelling of lymph nodes
- Synovitis
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Facial swelling
- Fast heart rate
- Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)
- Increased hemoglobin
- Increased alanine aminotransferase
- Increased aspartate aminotransferase
- Decreased white blood cell count
How to use Avmec Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Avmec 12 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Avmec 12 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Avmec 12 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Avmec 12 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Avmec 12 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Avmec 12 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Avmec 12 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Avmec Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Avmec 12 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
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Quick tips
- Avmec 12 Tablet helps treat parasitic infections of your intestinal tract, skin, and eyes.
- Take it on an empty stomach with a full glass of water.
- You usually need to take it only once to get rid of your infection. However, if you don't feel better after taking it, talk to your doctor.
- Drink lots of fluids and avoid caffeine when taking this medication.
- Your doctor may get stool and blood tests after taking the medication to see if you have gotten rid of the infection.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Macrocyclic Lactone Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Ectoparasiticides
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Avmec 12 Tablet? What is it used for?
Avmec 12 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as ectoparasiticides. It helps to treat many types of parasite infections, including head lice, scabies, river blindness (onchocerciasis), certain types of diarrhea (strongyloidiasis) and some other worm infections. It can be taken by mouth or applied to the skin for external infestations.
Is Avmec 12 Tablet effective?
Avmec 12 Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. It is important to complete the full course of treatment. Stopping the use of Avmec 12 Tablet may cause the symptoms to return or even worsen.
Is Avmec 12 Tablet available over the counter?
No, Avmec 12 Tablet is not available over the counter. It can only be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not self-medicate to avoid any side effects. Take it only under the supervision of a healthcare professional to get the maximum benefit of Avmec 12 Tablet.
How does Avmec 12 Tablet work?
Avmec 12 Tablet works by first paralyzing and then later killing the infection-causing organisms. This also helps in slowing down the multiplication rate of the causative organisms, thereby accelerating the healing process. This whole process helps in treating the infection.
What if I forget to take a dose of Avmec 12 Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Avmec 12 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. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Is Avmec 12 Tablet safe?
Avmec 12 Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Address: G-216, Hall No. 1, Ground Floor, Dakka Village, Near Kingsway Camp, Delhi New Delhi DL 110009 IN
Country of origin: India
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