Diethylcarbamazine

Dosage Forms Available

• This medicine can be taken orally (tablet and syrup).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine should be taken with the dosage and duration as advised by the doctor.

Contraindications

• It is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Diethylcarbamazine, in patients with serious eye damage and in patients with a gluten intolerance, as this medicine contains gluten.

Other Medications To Avoid With This Medicine

• Avoid taking cholinergic medications (acetylcholine, atropine), potassium channel blockers (amifampridine), tricyclic antidepressants (amitryptiline), and beta-blockers (atenolol). These medications may alter the safety and effectiveness of this medication.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• If you accidentally take more Diethylcarbamazine than prescribed and experience worsening of side effects or any severe symptoms, contact your doctor immediately or go to the nearest hospital. Symptoms of overdose may include gastrointestinal disturbances, headache, dizziness, and weakness. Take Diethylcarbamazine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• If you miss a dose of Diethylcarbamazine, take it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take two doses at the same time. Completing the full prescribed course is important to ensure effective clearance of the parasitic infection.

Management Of Side Effects

• Take this medicine with food to reduce gastrointestinal side effects and continue taking it as prescribed. If side effects worsen or persist, consult your doctor for a possible treatment plan adjustment.

Use In Driving And Operating Machinery

• This medicine can cause drowsiness as a side effect. It’s advised to refrain from driving or operating machinery after taking this medicine.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• This medicine is not recommended to be used in pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Caution is advised in older adults and patients with galactosemia, glucose or galactose malabsorption syndrome or lactase deficiency and gluten intolerance.
• Dosage adjustment is required in case of patients with kidney disorders.

Special Dietary & Lifestyle Recommendation

• Include foods with antiparasitic properties in your diet. Such foods include raw garlic, pumpkin seeds, pomegranates, beets and carrots.
• Reduce sugar intake as it promotes the growth and division of the parasites.
• Take a balanced diet to nourish the body and the brain.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.