Yomesan 500 mg Chewable tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 17 January 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of tapeworm infections.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 4 chewable tablets on Day 1; Children: 1-2 tablets based on age.
Special Populations
- Hepatic impairment
- Renal impairment
- Children
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Use in pregnancy only if strictly indicated; unknown if excreted in breast milk.
Key Drug Interactions
- Alcohol may enhance absorption
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to niclosamide
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rash
Counselling Points
- Chew tablets thoroughly before swallowing
- Drink acidic juice to aid elimination
- Use saline laxative for Taenia solium infections
Serious warnings
- May impair ability to drive or operate machinery
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