Pyrantel Pamoate

Pyrantel Pamoate is a tetrahydropyrimidine derivative, a broad spectrum anthelmintic agent. Pyrantel Pamoate is highly effective in infections caused by pinworm, Ascaris and trichostrongylus orientalis infections. Pyrantel Pamoate is effective against mature and immature forms of susceptible helminths.


Adult Dose
Dose: 375 to 500 mg
Single Dose: 440 (437.5)
Frequency: 24 hourly
Route: PO
Instructions: Single Dose
Neonatal
Dose: 10 mg/kg
Single Dose: 10 (10)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: Oral
Instructions: Single dose
Paedriatic
Dose: 10 mg/kg
Single Dose: 10 (10)
Frequency: 24 hourly
Route: Oral
Instructions: Once or as Rquired
Characteristics
Pyrantel Pamoate also known as Pyrantel Embonate. . It is of Synthetic origin. It belongs to Anthelmintics pharmacological group.
Contraindications
Pyrantel Pamoate
Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Pyrantel Pamoate are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Anorexia, Diarrhea, Insomnia, Abdominal cramping pain.
Indications
Pyrantel Pamoate is primarily indicated in conditions like GI infections, Helminth infection.
Interactions
Pyrantel Pamoate is known to interact with other drugs, the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementPiperazinePiperazine These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Interfrence
Risks
If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Tab, Syrup Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight.
Warnings
Pyrantel should be used with caution in patients with liver disease or anemia or if patients have ever had a bad reaction to this medication previously. It should be used with caution during pregnancy or lactation.
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