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Expent 250mg Tablet is used to treat parasitic worm infections. It contains Pyrantel Pamoate, which works by paralysing and killing intestinal worms. This medicine may sometimes cause side effects such as diarrhoea, dizziness, headache, irritability, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Expent 250mg Tablet belongs to a group of antiparasitic drugs called 'anthelmintic' used to treat intestinal worm infections like pinworm, roundworm, hookworm and other parasite infections.
Expent 250mg Tablet contains ‘Pyrantel Pamoate’, which paralyses intestinal worms. This causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, leading to immobilisation. Thereby, Expent 250mg Tablet kills the susceptible helminth (parasitic worms) and treats the infection.
Take Expent 250mg Tablet by mouth with or without meals or as directed by your doctor. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Expent 250mg Tablet for as long as your doctor prescribes it. You may experience certain common side effects such as diarrhoea, dizziness, headache, irritability, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting, and trouble sleeping in some cases. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Expent 250mg Tablet might increase the chances of getting an infection, maintaining proper hygiene, and trying to stay away from people with infections, flu, or colds. Do not use Expent 250mg Tablet in children younger than two years unless prescribed by a child specialist. Do not take Expent 250mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause foetal harm. Expent 250mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Expent 250mg Tablet can be given to children above two years if prescribed by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.
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Medicinal Benefits
Expent 250mg Tablet belongs to a group of anthelmintic (antiparasitic) medicines used to treat intestinal worm infections, such as pinworm, hookworm, and roundworm. It works by paralyzing the worms by reducing their muscular activity. This causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, which leads to its immobilization. Thereby, Expent 250mg Tablet kills the susceptible helminths (parasitic worms), and then they are passed through the stool.
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Drug Warnings
Do not take Expent 250mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have/had liver disease. Regular blood cell count and liver function monitoring are advised during treatment with Expent 250mg Tablet. Expent 250mg Tablet might increase the chances of getting an infection, maintain proper hygiene, and avoid people with infections, flu or colds. Do not take Expent 250mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause foetal harm. Do not breastfeed during treatment with Expent 250mg Tablet. Expent 250mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Expent 250mg Tablet can be given to children above two years if prescribed by the doctor. Speak to your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after taking this medicine. Stop using Expent 250mg Tablet and consult your doctor if you experience severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, or ongoing headaches. Do not use laxative medication while using Expent 250mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you experience constipation while on this medication.
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Alcohol
Caution
It is unknown whether alcohol interacts with Expent 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Unsafe
Expent 250mg Tablet belongs to pregnancy category C. Do not take Expent 250mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause foetal harm. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Do not breastfeed during treatment with Expent 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Driving
Caution
Expent 250mg Tablet may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.
Liver
Unsafe
Expent 250mg Tablet is not recommended for use in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment before using Expent 250mg Tablet.
Kidney
Caution
Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment before using Expent 250mg Tablet.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Expent 250mg Tablet can be given to children above two years if prescribed by the doctor.
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Expent 250mg Tablet is used to treat intestinal worm infections like pinworm, roundworm, hookworm and other parasite infections.
Expent 250mg Tablet causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, which leads to its immobilisation. Thereby, Expent 250mg Tablet kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection.
Do not discontinue Expent 250mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Expent 250mg Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Expent 250mg Tablet.
Parasitic infections may easily spread from one person to another, especially in people in the same household. Therefore, the entire household may also be treated to prevent the infection.
Sometimes, worm infections may return after treatment. To prevent such recurrence of infection, you are advised to avoid scratching the anal area, wash hands and fingernails before eating and after using the bathroom, and wash (not shaking) all bedding and nightclothes after treatment. Also, regularly clean the toilet seat and keep it clean.
Expent 250mg Tablet is not recommended for use in patients with liver disease as Expent 250mg Tablet may worsen their condition.
Expent 250mg Tablet might increase the chances of getting an infection. Maintain proper hygiene and try to stay away from people with infections, flu or colds.
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