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Toloxim
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Toloxim uses
Pharmacological action
Toloxim is a worming medication a broad spectrum of action, it is most effective when enterobioze. This drug causes irreversible disturbance of glucose utilization in the body of the worm and inhibits the synthesis of ATP.
Pharmacokinetics
Toloxim is practically not absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. The plasma protein binding is 90%. This medication is distributed unevenly in organs and accumulates in adipose tissue, liver, and larvae of helminths. Toloxim is metabolized in the liver to 2-amino derivative.
T1/2 is 2.5-5.5 hours. More than 90% of the dose is excreted unchanged in feces. Grown deep portion is excreted by kidneys.
Why is Toloxim prescribed?
Enterobiasis, ascariasis, hookworm disease, strongyloidiasis, trichuriasis, trichinosis, teniasis, echinococcosis, mixed helminth infections.
Dosage and administration
For adults and children over 10 years at enterobioze a single dose is 100 mg.
For children aged 2 to 10 years a single dose is 25-50 mg. In the case of a high probability of re-infestation the drug taking repeats after 2-4 weeks in the same dose.
It is recommended that simultaneous treatment of all family members.
When ascariasis, trichuriasis, hookworm disease, teniasis, strongyloidiasis and mixed helminthiasis - 100 mg in the morning and evening for 3 days. When trichinosis - 200-400 mg 3 times / day for 3 days, from 4th to 10th day - 400-500 mg 3 times / day. When echinococcosis - 500 mg 2 times / day in the first 3 days, then the same dose 3 times / day in the next 3 days. Later Toloxim used in doses of 25-30 mg / kg / day in 3-4 doses.
Toloxim side effects, adverse reactions
Digestive system: rarely - nausea, abdominal pain; when used in high doses for long periods of time may be vomiting, diarrhea, transient elevation of liver enzymes in serum.
CNS: Rarely - dizziness when used in high doses for long periods of time - a headache.
Hematopoietic system: when used in high doses for long periods of time may be leukopenia, anemia, eosinophilia.
Urinary system: when used in high doses for long periods of time - hematuria, cylindruria.
Other: when used in high doses for long periods of time - an allergic reaction, hair loss.
Toloxim contraindications
Pronounced liver disfunctions, pregnancy, lactation, children under 2 years of age, hypersensitivity to Toloxim.
Using during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Toloxim is contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation (breastfeeding).
Category of the fetus by FDA - C.
Special instructions
With prolonged use of Toloxim it is necessary to control the peripheral blood picture, liver and kidney function.
Within days after taking Toloxim avoid drinking alcohol.
After receiving Toloxim do not use a laxative.
It is mandatory a periodic examination of smears of the anal region and the feces after treatment.
Toloxim drug interactions
Toloxim reduces insulin requirements in diabetic patients.
It is necessary to avoid a simultaneously taking of Toloxim with lipophilic substances. With simultaneous use with cimetidine it may increase, and carbamazepine, and other inducers of metabolism to reduce the concentration of Toloxim in the blood.
Toloxim in case of emergency / overdose
Symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain. With prolonged use at high doses: reversible hepatic dysfunction, hepatitis, neutropenia.
Treatment: gastric lavage, enemas, activated charcoal method; there is no specific antidote.
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References
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- Dailymed."MEBENDAZOLE: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
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Frequently asked Questions
Can i drive or operate heavy machine after consuming Toloxim?Depending on the reaction of the Toloxim after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Toloxim not safe to drive or operate heavy machine after consumption. Meaning that, do not drive or operate heavy duty machines after taking the capsule if the capsule has a strange reaction on your body like dizziness, drowsiness. As prescribed by a pharmacist, it is dangerous to take alcohol while taking medicines as it exposed patients to drowsiness and health risk. Please take note of such effect most especially when taking Primosa capsule. It's advisable to consult your doctor on time for a proper recommendation and medical consultations.
Is Toloxim addictive or habit forming?Medicines are not designed with the mind of creating an addiction or abuse on the health of the users. Addictive Medicine is categorically called Controlled substances by the government. For instance, Schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US are controlled substances.
Please consult the medicine instruction manual on how to use and ensure it is not a controlled substance.In conclusion, self medication is a killer to your health. Consult your doctor for a proper prescription, recommendation, and guidiance.
Review
sdrugs.com conducted a study on Toloxim, and the result of the survey is set out below. It is noteworthy that the product of the survey is based on the perception and impressions of the visitors of the website as well as the views of Toloxim consumers. We, as a result of this, advice that you do not base your therapeutic or medical decisions on this result, but rather consult your certified medical experts for their recommendations.Visitor reports
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How often in a day do you take the medicine?Are you taking the Toloxim drug as prescribed by the doctor?
Few medications can be taken Once in a day more than prescribed when the doctor's advice mentions the medicine can be taken according to frequency or severity of symptoms. Most times, be very careful and clear about the number of times you are taking the medication. The report of sdrugs.com website users about the frequency of taking the drug Toloxim is mentioned below.
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| Once in a day | 1 | 100.0% | |
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What is the dose of Toloxim drug you are taking?According to the survey conducted among sdrugs.com website users, the maximum number of people are using the following dose 51-100mg. Few medications come in only one or two doses. Few are specific for adult dose and child dose. The dose of the medicine given to the patient depends on the severity of the symptom/disease. There can be dose adjustments made by the doctor, based on the progression of the disease. Follow-up is important.
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| 51-100mg | 4 | 100.0% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Rachana Salvi, MD Pharmacology