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Levazole 150 Tablet 1's, Pack of 1
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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta ,
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is an anti-parasitic drug used for the treatment of roundworm and hookworm infections. It contains Levamisole, which kills worms and treats infection. It may cause common side effects such as headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, and abdominal pain. If the side effects persist or worsen, stop taking the medicine and consult your doctor.
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Composition :

LEVAMISOLE-150MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Gary Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Levazole 150 Tablet 1's

Levazole 150 Tablet 1's belongs to a class 'anti-parasitic', primarily used for the treatment of roundworm and hookworm infections. Roundworms are parasites that live in your intestine and cause ascariasis (an infection of the small intestine caused by Ascaris lumbricoides, which is a species of roundworm). It also causes infection in the lungs. Hookworms are parasites; they live on other living things and cause ancylostomiasis (an infection of the small intestine caused by ancylostoma, a hookworm species), and it also causes infection in the lungs and skin.

Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is composed of 'levamisole'. It works by suppressing the enzyme activity in the worm's muscle; this leads to paralysis and death. In this way, it kills worms and treats your infection.

You are advised to take Levazole 150 Tablet 1's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. The most common side effects of a Levazole 150 Tablet 1's include headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, and abdominal pain. These side effects resolve on their own. However, if the side effects are persistent, stop the medicine and consult your doctor immediately.

Before starting Levazole 150 Tablet 1's inform your doctor if you are allergic to Levazole 150 Tablet 1's or any other medications. Inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medications, herbal or dietary supplements. Use the Levazole 150 Tablet 1's as advised by your doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not recommend the Levazole 150 Tablet 1's to kidney disease, liver disease and pre-existing blood disorders.

Uses of Levazole 150 Tablet 1's

Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is used in the treatment of Ascariasis, Ancylostomiasis and Mixed ascariasis-hook worm infections. The detailed uses of Levazole 150 Tablet 1's are as follows:

  • Treat parasitic infections: Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is primarily used to treat a variety of worm infections, including roundworm, schistosoma, and filariasis. It acts as an anthelmintic by targeting the neuromuscular system of parasitic worms, causing paralysis and expulsion from the body.
  • Support immune modulation: Levazole 150 Tablet 1's has immunomodulatory properties and has been used experimentally to manage autoimmune conditions and as an adjunct therapy in colon cancer. It helps regulate immune responses, making it useful in certain immune-mediated diseases.

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Directions for Use

  • Levazole 150 Tablet 1's can be taken with or without food as advised by a doctor.
  • Follow your doctor’s recommendations on the dosage and timing of this medication to achieve optimal results.
  • Swallow Levazole 150 Tablet 1's as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is composed of 'levamisole' belonging to a class 'anti-parasitic', primarily used for treating roundworm and hookworm infections. It works by suppressing the enzyme activity in the worm's muscle; this leads to paralysis and death. In this way, it kills worms and treats your infection. Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is also used in the treatment of mixed ascariasis hookworm infections. It is also used in colon cancer in combination with cancer medicine to work effectively against colon cancer.

How Levazole 150 Tablet 1's Works

Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is composed of 'levamisole'. It works by suppressing the enzyme activity in the worm's muscle; this leads to paralysis and death. In this way, it kills worms and treats your infection.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Levazole 150 Tablet 1's out of reach and sight of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Levazole 150 Tablet 1's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Levazole 150 Tablet 1's as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Before starting Levazole 150 Tablet 1's inform your doctor if you are allergic to Levazole 150 Tablet 1's or any other medications. Inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medications, herbal or dietary supplements. Use the Levazole 150 Tablet 1's as advised by your doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not recommend the Levazole 150 Tablet 1's to kidney disease, liver disease and pre-existing blood disorders. This Levazole 150 Tablet 1's should be used with caution in patients with a history of liver diseases, kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is also not recommended in rheumatoid arthritis. Caution should be taken while using Levazole 150 Tablet 1's in Sjogren's syndrome ( disorder of your immune system identified by its two most common symptoms — dry eyes and a dry mouth).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LevamisoleBaricitinib
Severe
LevamisoleEtanercept
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LevamisoleBaricitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levazole 150 Tablet:
Coadministration of baricitinib and Levazole 150 Tablet can raise the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, baricitinib can be taken with Levazole 150 Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LevamisoleEtanercept
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levazole 150 Tablet:
Taking etanercept together with Levazole 150 Tablet may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using etanercept together with Levazole 150 Tablet can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by a doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort or burning during urination. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevamisoleCladribine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levazole 150 Tablet:
The combined use of Levazole 150 Tablet and cladribine can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Levazole 150 Tablet and Cladribine together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning sensation when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LevamisoleAdalimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levazole 150 Tablet:
Combining adalimumab with Levazole 150 Tablet can make you more likely to get severe infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Levazole 150 Tablet and Adalimumab, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, a sore throat, muscle pain, difficulty breathing, losing weight, pain or burning when you urinate contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
LevamisoleFingolimod
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levazole 150 Tablet:
Taking fingolimod together with Levazole 150 Tablet may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using fingolimod together with Levazole 150 Tablet can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience any symptoms of infection, such as fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort or burning during urination. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevamisoleRotavirus vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levazole 150 Tablet:
Taking Levazole 150 Tablet and rotavirus vaccine together increases the risk of infection and also decreases the efficacy of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Levazole 150 Tablet and Rotavirus vaccine together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience any symptoms of infection, such as fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort or burning during urination. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevamisoleVoclosporin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levazole 150 Tablet:
Taking voclosporin together with Levazole 150 Tablet may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Levazole 150 Tablet and Voclosporin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms - fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, weight loss, pain or burning during urination - immediately contact your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LevamisoleNatalizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levazole 150 Tablet:
Using natalizumab together with Levazole 150 Tablet may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using natalizumab and Levazole 150 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience any symptoms of infection, such as fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort or burning during urination. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevamisoleClozapine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levazole 150 Tablet:
When Cladribine and Levazole 150 Tablet are used together, it increases the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Levazole 150 Tablet with Clozapine together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination- it's important to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LevamisoleLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Levazole 150 Tablet:
When cladribine and Levazole 150 Tablet are used together, there is a higher chance of getting serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Levazole 150 Tablet and Leflunomide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms - infection, complications, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, weight loss, pain or burning during urination - contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands with soap and water before handling food.

  • Teach children the importance of washing hands to prevent infection.

  • Wash, peel or cook all raw vegetables and fruits before eating, particularly those that have been grown in soil that has been fertilized with manure.

  • Take milk, papaya, nuts, oats, eggs into your regular diet.

  • Eat berries, fish, veggies.

  • Avoid oily food and spicy foods.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPARASITIC - ANTITAPEWORM DRUGS

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is not recommended with the consumption of alcohol while receiving this medicine since it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as severe headaches, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, etc.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition

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Driving

Caution

Use of this may cause symptoms such as dizziness, sleepiness, etc., in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.

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Liver

Caution

Levazole 150 Tablet 1's should be used with caution in patients with a history of liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Regular monitoring of liver function tests, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

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Kidney

Caution

Levazole 150 Tablet 1's should be used with caution in patients with a history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

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Children

Caution

Levazole 150 Tablet 1's should be prescribed by the advice of your doctor. Because dose adjustments were done based on the height and weight of the child.

FAQs

Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is used for the treatment of roundworm and hookworm infections.

Levazole 150 Tablet 1's works by suppressing the enzyme activity in the worm's muscle because of this it leads to paralysis and death. In this way, it kills worms and treats your infection.

No, you should not stop taking Levazole 150 Tablet 1's by yourself even if you feel better, take the advice of your doctor before stopping Levazole 150 Tablet 1's. Because there may be a chance of reoccurrence of infection.

If you forget a dose of Levazole 150 Tablet 1's, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Levazole 150 Tablet 1's may make you feel dizzy. Avoid driving, operating on machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities, especially during the initial days of your treatment. However, if your condition does not improve, consult your doctor.

You are advised to take Levazole 150 Tablet 1's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending upon your medical condition.

No, Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is not an antibiotic; It is an anti-parasitic drug, primarily used for the treatment of roundworm and hookworm infection.

Yes, Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is effective when taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

You should avoid Levazole 150 Tablet 1's if you are allergic to its components. Inform the doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, pre-existing blood disorders or rheumatoid arthritis.

Store Levazole 150 Tablet 1's in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.

Yes, Levazole 150 Tablet 1's is safe but it is important to consult your doctor before taking it.

The most common side effects of Levazole 150 Tablet 1's include headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, and abdominal pain. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

16Th Floor, Godrej Bkc, Plot C,  Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400 051, India
Other Info - LEV1155

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Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Sep 10, 2025 | 3:15 PM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicinenet.com/levamisole-oral/article.htm
  2. https://www.drugs.com/cons/levamisole.html
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