Niltode Tablet (10'S)

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Give Niltode Tablet to your child by mouth, preferably with a fat-containing food such as milk. This will help your child’s body absorb this medicine better. In case your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking Niltode Tablet, give the same dose again. Do not double the dose if it is time for the next dose. The duration of the treatment will depend on the type of worm your child is infected with.


Usually, it is given as a single dose. Your child’s doctor may prescribe repeating this dose after two weeks to prevent re-infection. However, some specific types of infections may require you to give this medicine to your child for a few days to weeks. In such a case, you must give this medicine for the exact prescribed number of days as stopping it too soon may cause re-infection.


Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, flatulence, loss of appetite, hair fall, mild fever, and sore throat are some of the common yet temporary side effects of this medicine. In some rare cases, this medicine may cause bleeding which is a serious side effect of this medicine. Make sure to report to your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or become bothersome or if your child experiences bleeding.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Niltode Tablet is a mixture of two medicines: Ivermectin and Albendazole. Ivermectin works by binding to the muscle and nerve cells of worms, causing their paralysis and death. Albendazole works by keeping the worms from absorbing sugar (glucose), thereby depleting their energy level. This causes the worms to die, thereby treating your child’s infection effectively.

Pharmacokinets

The pharmacokinetic profile of a new fixed-dose combination of ivermectin and albendazole was characterized. The bioequivalence versus the reference ivermectin was demonstrated, though bioequivalence versus albendazole was not shown. The three medications analyzed were well tolerated.

Side Effects

Niltode Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Niltode

Vomiting

Nausea

Dizziness

Headache

Abdominal pain

Loss of appetite

Hair loss

Fever

Sore throat

Contra Indications

ALBENDAZOLE+IVERMECTIN should be used with caution in patients with myelosuppression (bone marrow suppression), hepatobiliary dysfunction (liver and biliary disease), neurological disorder, meningitis (inflammation of the membranes of brain), sleeping sickness, HIV, and kidney dysfunction.

Children Related Information

Your child’s doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Indications

Ivermectin + Albendazole is used in the treatment of worm infections. Ivermectin + Albendazole is a combination of two antiparasitic medicines: Ivermectin and Albendazole. Ivermectin works by binding to muscle and nerve cells of worms causing their paralysis and death.

Interactions

No interactions were found between albendazole and ivermectin. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Typical Dosage

Do not chew, crush or break it. Niltode Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C

Effects Of Missed Dosage

Do not panic. The missed dose can be given as soon as you remember it. However, skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose or if your child’s doctor has advised doing so. Do not give a double dose and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Expert Advice

Do not share your child’s medicines with others and do not give anyone else’s medicine to your child.

Worm infections are easily spread between family members. Your doctor may recommend treatment for all family members on the same day, whether or not they have any symptoms of infection.

Some self-care tips:

Do not give raw or undercooked food to your child. Always give a balanced diet, containing herbs, fruits, and spices of therapeutic value.

Encourage your child to wash their hands with soap and water every time they use the toilet as that will help prevent cross-infection.

Trim your child’s nails frequently to disable any source of worm infection.

Maintain a neat space and hygiene around your child.

Call your child’s doctor right away if the child exhibits signs of allergic reaction like rash, itching, or any other sign of infection such as fever, gum-bleeding, black or red stools, and blood in urine or vomit.

This medicine is known to elevate the levels of liver enzymes. So, do not delay connecting with your child’s doctor in case your child exhibits any signs of a liver problem like dark urine, tiredness, upset stomach, light-colored stools, or yellow skin or eyes.

How To Use

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. Niltode Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

FAQs

Q. How can I know that my child is having a worm infection?

It could be worm infection if your child complains of an itchy bottom (rectal area), difficulty sitting, fatigue, restless sleep due to anal itching, and persistent stomach pain with loss of appetite or frequent indigestion. Another sign of worm infection is pica in which you may notice your child eating inedible substances such as mud. Speak to your child’s doctor as soon as you notice any of these in your child. The doctor may suggest collecting your child’s stool and blood samples on 3 different days for examination. Depending upon the reports, the doctor will decide upon the treatment and prescribe your child with medicine.

Q. What is the best time to give Niltode Tablet to my child?

Niltode Tablet can be given at any time of the day just remember to give it with a fat-containing food such as milk.

Q. How can my child become infected with intestinal worms?

Areas with poor sanitation may have soil that is contaminated with eggs of worms. Your child may also get infected by playing in the contaminated soil. When your child returns home after playing, ask them to clean up using soap and water. Transmission can also occur by drinking contaminated water or by eating contaminated vegetables and fruits without washing or peeling.

Q. How should I store my child’s medicine?

Store Niltode Tablet at room temperature in a cool dry place beyond the reach of the children and pets to avoid any accidental intake. Do not freeze the medicine.