Cantel Syrup is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. The alternative uses of Cantel Syrup have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Cantel Syrup depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Cantel Syrup include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Cantel Syrup have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cantel Syrup go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Cantel Syrup's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cantel Syrup related warnings talks about Cantel Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cantel Syrup is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Cantel Syrup have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Cantel Syrup have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Cantel Syrup is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Cantel Syrup is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cantel Syrup is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cantel Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Cantel has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Cantel without medical advice.
Is the use of Cantel Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Cantel on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Cantel Syrup on the Kidneys?
Cantel may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cantel Syrup on the Liver?
Effects of Cantel on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cantel Syrup on the Heart?
Cantel is rarely harmful for the heart.
Cantel Syrup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cantel Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cantel Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Cantel Syrup. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cantel Syrup will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cantel Syrup does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cantel Syrup in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Cantel Syrup
Taking Cantel Syrup with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cantel Syrup
Taking Cantel Syrup and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Cantel is a brand name of albendazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called anthelmintics. It is used to treat infection caused by parasites such as roundworms, hookworms, pinworms, and threadworms. It is also used to treat
Yes, Cantel causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.
No, you can not buy Cantel over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Cantel is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, dizziness, diarrhea, constipation, and hepatotoxicity.
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