Levamisol, is an antiparasitic indicated for the treatment of worms caused by roundworms, being Ascaridil the commercial name of the medicine.
This remedy is an oral dewormer produced by Janssen and can be purchased at the pharmacy without a prescription.
Price
It costs on average 2 reais.
Recommendation
Ascaridil is indicated for the treatment of roundworms caused by the worm Ascaris lumbricoides . The worm is eliminated between 24 to 48 hours after its use.
How to use
This medication should be taken orally and should only be used as directed by a doctor and can be used by adults and children, with the adult dose indicated being 150 mg and, for children up to one year 40 mg, between 1 and 7 years old 80 mg and over 7 years 150 mg. This remedy should be taken at bedtime, it is not necessary to take laxatives.
Side effects
Prolonged use of Ascaridil can cause blood changes, colic, diarrhea, headache, inflammation in the mouth, nausea, palpitation, dizziness and vomiting.
Contraindications
Ascaridil is contraindicated during pregnancy, in cases of renal or hepatic impairment and, in cases of hypersensitivity to the components of the drug's formula.
In addition, it can only be administered to children under 6 months of age when prescribed by a pediatrician.
