| Attribute |
Details |
| Trade Name |
Delentin 125 mg Tablet |
| Generic |
Pyrantel Pamoate |
| Weight |
125 mg |
| Type |
Tablet |
| Therapeutic Class |
Anthelmintic |
| Manufacturer |
Renata Limited |
| Available Country |
Bangladesh |
| Last Updated: |
January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am |
Uses
This medication is used to treat intestinal worm infections such as pinworm, roundworm, and hookworm. Pyrantel belongs to a class of drugs known as anthelmintics. It works by making the worms unable to move (paralyzed) so that the body can remove them naturally in the stool.
Dosage
Delentin 125 mg Tablet is given orally at anytime without regard to ingestion of food or beverages. A single dose of 11 mg/kg body weight, to a maximum of 1 gm, should be given to treat infestations caused by the parasites mentioned above. In the case of Pinworm, it is often wise to repeat the dose after an interval of 2 weeks.
Side Effects
Delentin 125 mg Tablet is well tolerated in recommended dosage. When given in large dosage, Delentin 125 mg Tablet may cause gastrointestinal upset such as anorexia, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Other side effects that may occur in rare occasions are headache, dizziness and rash.
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Precaution
Since Delentin 125 mg Tablet and Piperazine appear to be mutually antagonistic, Delentin 125 mg Tablet should not be given together with Piperazine. Delentin 125 mg Tablet should be kept out of the reach of children.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use
Pregnancy: Since Delentin 125 mg Tablet has not been studied in pregnant women, use of Delentin 125 mg Tablet in such patients is normally contraindicated. Delentin 125 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 1 year of age.
Contraindication
Known hypersensitivity to pyrantel or any ingredient in the formulation.
Special Warning
Pediatric Use: Safety and efficacy not established in children <2 years of age;a use in this age group only when potential benefits justify possible risks.Hepatic Impairment: Use with caution in patients with preexisting liver dysfunction.
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