Anthel UP Oral Suspension - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is anthel up oral suspension used for?
Anthel UP Oral Suspension is a combination of Ivermectin and Albendazole used to treat parasitic infections like strongyloidiasis, onchocerciasis, and intestinal worms. Ivermectin paralyzes and kills parasites, while Albendazole inhibits their glucose uptake, leading to energy depletion and death. It is effective against both tissue and intestinal parasites.
- Generic Name: Ivermectin + Albendazole
- Manufacturer: Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Medicine Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
🇮🇳 anthel up oral suspension के बारे में संक्षिप्त जानकारी (Hindi Summary)
anthel up oral suspension का उपयोग मुख्य रूप से anti infectives और उससे जुड़ी समस्याओं के इलाज के लिए किया जाता है। इस दवा में मुख्य सामग्री के रूप में Ivermectin (1.5mg) + Albendazole (200mg) मौजूद है। इसे डॉक्टर की सलाह के बिना नहीं लेना चाहिए, खासकर गर्भावस्था (pregnancy) और लिवर (liver) की समस्याओं में।
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📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Ivermectin + Albendazole |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | ABD Plus Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Anthelmintics |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25°C), protect from light and moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
Pharmacodynamics
📅 When to take anthel up oral suspension?
💡 How and when to take anthel up oral suspension?
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
- ✅ Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- ✅ Do not exceed the recommended dose
- ✅ Complete the full course of medication
- ✅ Store at room temperature (20-25°C), protect from light and moisture
⚙️ How anthel up oral suspension Works
Ivermectin: binds to glutamate-gated chloride channels in nerve and muscle cells, causing hyperpolarization and paralysis; Albendazole: inhibits tubulin polymerization, disrupting microtubule formation and glucose uptake
💊 anthel up oral suspension Uses in Hindi (Ke Fayde), Benefits & Indications
Filariasis, strongyloidiasis, ascariasis, hookworm, trichuriasis, enterobiasis
Off-label uses: Scabies, lice, cutaneous larva migrans
⚠️ What are the side effects of anthel up oral suspension?
✅ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- abdominal pain
- headache
- dizziness
🚨 Serious Side Effects
- Hepatotoxicity
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- agranulocytosis
- seizures
⚠️ Rare Side Effects
- Alopecia
- acute renal failure
- pancreatitis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| ⚠️ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Theophylline | Moderate | Increased theophylline levels |
| Cimetidine | Moderate | Increased albendazole levels |
🚨 Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Theophylline
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole)
⚡ Moderate Interactions
- CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin)
- P-glycoprotein inhibitors
ℹ️ Minor Interactions
- Grapefruit juice
🍽️ Food Interactions
Fatty meal increases absorption of albendazole; avoid grapefruit juice
🍷 Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol; may increase hepatotoxicity risk
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🚫 Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, pregnancy, lactation, hepatic impairment
📊 Monitoring Parameters
Liver function tests, renal function, blood counts
🤱 Lactation Safety
Not recommended; excreted in breast milk
💊 Overdose Management
Symptomatic and supportive; gastric lavage if recent
⏰ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose
🛑 Myths vs. Facts about anthel up oral suspension
- Myth: Generic substitutes of anthel up oral suspension are less effective.
Fact: Approved generic medicines contain the exact same active ingredients (Ivermectin (1.5mg) + Albendazole (200mg)) and are just as safe and effective as the branded version. - Myth: Taking a double dose will cure my symptoms faster.
Fact: Taking more than the prescribed dose of anthel up oral suspension can lead to severe toxicity or an overdose. Stick strictly to your doctor's dosage. - Myth: This medicine is 100% safe for everyone.
Fact: No medicine is universally safe. Safety depends on your medical history, ongoing medicines, and potential allergies. Always consult a doctor.
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