How to take fugacar dewormer

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Fugacar dewormer is mainly used to treat intestinal infections such as pinworms, roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms. The drug comes in the form of a tablet, the user needs to chew the medicine well before swallowing. To better understand how to take fugacar dewormer below are detailed information.

1. What is Fugacar?

Fugacar is a dewormer, this is a product manufactured in Vietnam, according to the technology of Janssen Pharmaceutica N.V. Company, Beerse, Belgium. and is a licensed product.
In Fugacar dewormer, the main ingredient is a benign Mebendazole, which inhibits the formation of tubular microstructures in the worm's body, thereby causing the worm to be depleted of glucose leading to the degeneration process, from which Worms are excreted in the feces.
1.1 Indications In the fugacar dewormer contains a benign and safe Mebendazole ingredient that can be used for both adults and children.
The drug should be used for children 2 years of age and older. Adults can increase the dose for better results. However, before increasing the dose, it is necessary to have the consent of the doctor, do not arbitrarily increase the dose.
1.2 Contraindications Fugacar is contraindicated for subjects such as:
Patients with hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the drug; Pregnant; especially during the first “trimester” period (the first 3 months). Children under 2 years of age The use of Fugacar with medicines containing Cimetidine or Metronidaxole should be avoided. Absolutely do not use Fugacar when it has expired or shows signs of damage such as moisture, mold.

2. Dosage of Fugacar

Fugacar dewormer can be used for both children and adults. Dosage of the drug is as follows:
Quantity 1 tablet/time; Each course of treatment is spaced 4-6 months apart. Users should adhere to the prescribed dose, should not overdose. Patients can take the medicine by chewing the tablet directly because Fugacar is in tablet form. After chewing the medicine, the user drinks more filtered water or cooled boiled water for dessert.

3. When is the appropriate time to take fugacar deworming medicine?

Fugacar dewormer is very benign and does not cause harm to the body or digestive tract of the person using the drug.
Normally for adults and children over 2 years old, deworming should be done every 6 months. Dewormers can be used in the morning, afternoon or evening.
However, for the drug to be most effective, it should be used in the morning, on an empty stomach. At this time, the worms will confuse food and medicine to increase the ability to absorb the drug.

4. Side effects of fugacar

Although benign, using fugacar can still occur side effects such as: Nausea or vomiting. Have a little stomach pain, or hangover, diarrhea. More severe cases can lead to leukopenia.
These side effects should go away in a few hours. However, if these symptoms persist during the day, you should not subjectively go to a medical facility for a timely treatment plan.

5. Fugacar drug interactions

Some drugs can interact with Fugacar, affecting how the drug works when it enters the body.
Cimetidine, a drug that can inhibit the metabolism of mebendazole in the liver: Concomitant use with Fugacar will increase the drug concentration in the blood; Co-administration of mebendazole with metronidazole is not recommended. certain anticonvulsants (such as carbamazepine, phenytoin);

6. What should be noted when using Fugacar?

Users should note the following issues before and while using the drug:
Before using, users need to inform their doctor if you have health problems before and while taking the drug, especially such as:
People with liver diseases Have symptoms of anemia Have intestinal problems such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis ... Remember that each drug will have its way, dose and method of administration. different preservation. Users should carefully read the storage instructions on the packaging of the drug to have the right way to store it. With Fugacar, it can be stored at room temperature, avoiding humid places or freezers and direct sunlight.
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