Helminthiasis affects a third of the world's population. Most people do not even suspect infection and associate symptoms of malaise with other pathologies. "Nemozol" is one of the most effective drugs to combat helminthic infestations. The medication is highly active in relation to many types of parasites. A similar therapeutic effect is exerted by the analogues of Nemozol, which it is desirable to select with the help of a specialist.
How does Nemozol work?
Pathologies caused by parasitic worms have long been known to mankind. Currently, you can find a huge number of pharmaceuticals that will help cope with helminthic invasions and at the same time they will not have a detrimental effect on the body as a whole. The drug "Nemozol" refers to the anthelmintic group of drugs (used for nematodoses) and has a wide spectrum of action. The main active ingredient is albendazole. The substance directly affects the biochemical processes in the body of the parasite, which leads to its death.
The drug is from worms of Indian origin Available in several forms: syrup, tablets for oral administration and chewable tablets. In each form there are certain auxiliary components, the presence of which the specialist takes into account when prescribing further treatment. Analogues of Nemozole also have a quick effect and allow you to get rid of the problem without much effort. It should be borne in mind that such medicines should not be taken without the advice of a doctor.
Indications for appointment
Parasitic multicellular organisms can cause many diseases. Depending on the type of helminths, various signs of infection develop: nausea, abdominal pain, coughing, fever, itching and redness of the skin. Only after laboratory diagnosis does the specialist select the necessary treatment. The highly active drug "Nemozol" is used in the following cases:
- Giardiasis
- Mixed helminthic infestations.
- Enterobiosis.
- Strongyloidosis.
- Trichocephalosis.
- Necatorosis
- Toxocariasis.
- Trichinosis.
- Migratory larva syndrome.
- Microsporidia
- Echinococcosis (as monotherapy).
- Hookworm.
Nemozole (tablets) can be used to treat both adults and children. In this form, the drug is allowed to be prescribed from 2 years. For the smallest patients, the antiparasitic drug is released in suspension.
Features of the use of anthelmintic drugs
Most drugs designed to get rid of helminthic invasion have a quick therapeutic effect. When treating an ailment with low-toxic drugs, it is important to observe the individual dosage regimen recommended by the doctor and observe the body's reaction. In some cases, the development of side effects is possible: dizziness, skin rashes and itching, leukopenia, pancytopenia.
Like the original Indian drug, the analogs of Nemozole can affect blood pressure, cause an increase in body temperature, and impair kidney function. Synthetic preparations, despite the minimum content of toxic substances in the composition, adversely affect the liver, immune system and blood cells.
How to replace "Nemozol"?
Pharmaceutical companies offer a fairly wide selection of antiparasitic drugs. Some of them are used to combat worms for a long time and managed to prove themselves on the positive side, for example, piperazine. The tool is used to treat women in position and newborns.
On the basis of mebendazole, Vermox, Telmox 100, and Vormin preparations are produced. Anthelmintic drugs have a wide spectrum of action and will help get rid of various varieties of parasites. The need for medication and dosage should be determined by the doctor individually, taking into account the age and history of the patient.
Other well-known antiparasitic drugs are Decaris (levamisole hydrochloride), Gelmadol (based on albendazole), Pyrantel.
It should be borne in mind that with a mixed type of helminthiasis, it is better to give preference to the drug "Nemozol". The price of tablets ranges from 170-210 rubles., Suspension - 180-230 rubles. Drug analogs can be purchased at a more affordable cost. Doctors do not recommend independently choosing a substitute for the original remedy.
Nemozol or Dekaris - which is more effective?
It will be quite difficult for the patient to understand anthelmintic drugs on his own. The doctor can choose the most effective remedy by conducting a preliminary examination of the patient and determining the type of parasites. "Dekaris" refers to the most famous anthelmintic drugs. The tool has proven itself in the treatment of ascariasis. The active substance - levamisole - causes paralysis and further death of worms. According to the official instructions, it can be used to combat enterobiasis, trichocephalosis, necatorosis, toxoplasmosis, hookworm. In pharmacies, tablets can be purchased for 70-90 rubles.
Choosing between "Nemozol" and "Dekaris", you should take into account the individual tolerance of the constituent substances, contraindications and toxicity of drugs. According to patient reviews, both drugs are effective and quickly eliminate parasites.
Anthelmintic agent "Pirantel"
If necessary, treatment of helminthiasis in children should pay attention to the drug "Pyrantel", which is considered the safest and well tolerated by the body. The medicine is available in the form of a suspension and tablets. The active substance of the same name is able to cope with such ailments as ascariasis, enterobiasis, trichocephalosis, nekatorosis, hookworm.
The suspension is allowed to be used to treat babies who are 6 months old. Patient reviews indicate that during treatment a number of side effects may occur: nausea, vomiting, headaches. What is more suitable for the patient - "Nemozol" or "Pyrantel" - should be determined by the attending physician. It should be borne in mind that the Indian remedy is used not only for treatment, but also for the prevention of helminthic invasions.
Vermox or Nemozol?
The anthelmintic medicine “Vermox” is made on the basis of mebendazole. This substance is most effective in the treatment of enterobiasis. Mebendazole blocks the access of glucose - the main nutrition of pinworms, which causes the death of the pathogen. The drug can be used to remove from the body Ascaris, larvae of pork tapeworm, worms, hookworm, human whipworm.
Vermox, as well as some other analogues of Nemozol, can be used as a prophylaxis for infection with worms. One tablet is enough to protect yourself or your child from infection with parasites. Vermox can be given to children from 2 years old, but only as directed by a doctor.
Patient Reviews
Most patients who have been prescribed anthelmintic drugs pay attention to the composition and adverse reactions that such treatment can cause. Quite often, patients noticed the appearance of abdominal pain and bouts of nausea after using the medication. Virtually no side effects of the drug "Nemozol".
The price of anthelmintic drugs depends on the active substance in the composition and the manufacturer of the pharmaceutical product. The most affordable is the drug "Pirantel" (25-35 rubles.).