Levamisole Benefits & Uses

Levamisole is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Nephrotic Syndrome

Other Benefits

Levamisole Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Below weight 20 kg should take 50 mg once daily

Levamisole Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levamisole is used -

Moderate

Pancreatic inflammation

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
पेट दर्द
Rash
Nervousness
Sleepiness
Depression
Diarrhoea
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Levamisole Related Warnings

Is the use of Levamisole safe for pregnant women?

Levamisole may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Levamisole again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Levamisole safe during breastfeeding?

Levamisole can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Levamisole on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Levamisole on kidney, information on safety of Levamisole for kidney is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Levamisole on the Liver?

Information about safety of Levamisole for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Levamisole on the Heart?

Using Levamisole does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Levamisole with Other Drugs

Levamisole should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Levamisole Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levamisole unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Levamisole

Is this Levamisole habit forming or addictive?

Levamisole is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Levamisole can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Levamisole is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Levamisole for mental disorders.

No

Levamisole Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levamisole

Taking Levamisole with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Levamisole

Taking Levamisole with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe