Levam 150mg Tablet

Levam 150mg Tablet helps treat a range of parasitic worm infections in children. It may also be given for skin infections such as leprosy, warts, lichen planus, and aphthous ulcers.

Give Levam 150mg Tablet to your child by mouth. You may give it with or without food, but giving it with food is preferred as it helps prevent stomach upset. Always ensure to give it as per the dose and way prescribed by the doctor. When given for worm infections, Levam 150mg Tablet is usually given as a single dose. But, the doctor may prescribe repeating this dose after two weeks to prevent re- infection.

Some specific types of infections may require you to give this medicine to your child for a few days to weeks. In such cases, give this medicine for the exact prescribed number of days because stopping this medicine too soon may cause re-infection. In case your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking Levam 150mg Tablet, give the same dose again.

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and rise of temperature (fever) are some of the common yet temporary side effects of this medicine. Rarely, Levam 150mg Tablet may cause blood cell abnormalities as a serious side effect. Let your doctor know if these side effects persist or become bothersome or if your child experiences bleeding.

Before giving this medicine to your child, let the doctor know if your child has or had any previous episodes of medicine allergy, seizures, liver impairment, kidney malfunction, stomach problem, or blood disorder. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child's overall treatment.

• Treatment of Parasitic Worm infections
• Treatment of Skin disorders

Treatment of Parasitic Worm infections
Levam 150mg Tablet has antibacterial properties that treats skin infections by killing the infection-causing microorganisms.It also relieves inflammation, itching, irritation and redness of the skin and promotes healing. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum benefit. It provides relief from the symptoms and speeds up the healing process.

Treatment of Skin disorders
Levam 150mg Tablet has antibacterial properties that treats skin infections by killing the infection-causing microorganisms.It also relieves inflammation, itching, irritation and redness of the skin and promotes healing. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum benefit. It provides relief from the symptoms and speeds up the healing process.

Levam 150mg 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 Vermisol

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Fever

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Levam 150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Levam 150mg Tablet is an effective antiparasitic and an immunoregulatory agent. As an antiparasite, it works by paralyzing the worms present in the intestines. This causes the worms to die, followed by the fast removal of these dead worms through stools. As an immunoregulator, it promotes activation of white blood cells (WBCs) and helps in restoring the normal function of the immune system.

• Follow the prescribed dosage strictly. In case your child is prescribed to take this medicine for a few days, make sure to complete the dosage as stopping abrupting may lead to re-infection.

• Worm infections can easily spread between family members. The doctor may recommend treatment for all family members, whether or not the symptoms of infection are visible to avoid any further complication.

• Your doctor may monitor your blood counts as the use of Levam 150mg Tablet may affect cell multiplication and cause a reduction in the total blood cell count.

• Some self-care measures:

  1. Do not give raw or undercooked food to your child. Instead give a balanced diet, containing herbs, fruits, and spices of therapeutic value.
  2. Encourage your child to wash their hands with soap and water every time they use the toilet as that will help prevent the spread of infection to other members.
  3. Trim your child’s nails frequently to disable any source of worm infection.
  4. Maintain a neat space and hygiene around your child.

• Inform the doctor in case your child exhibits signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, itching, or any other signs of infection such as fever, blood in urine and vomit, bleeding from gums, or black, red, or tarry stools.

• Call your child’s doctor right away if your child exhibits any signs of a liver problem like dark urine, tiredness, upset stomach, light-colored stools, or yellow skin or eyes.

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