Dicarb 100mg Tablet (Diethylcarbamazine 100mg)

Dicarb 100mg Tablet

Dicarb Tablet is used for Worm infections, Bancroft’s filariasis, Eosinophilic lung, Loiasis, River blindness and other conditions. Dicarb Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Dicarb Tablet contains Diethyl Carbamazine Citrate as an active ingredient.
Dicarb Tablet works by killing the worms.

Uses

Dicarb Tablet is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:
Worm infections
Bancroft’s filariasis
Eosinophilic lung
Loiasis
River blindness

Side-effects

The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Dicarb Tablet. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.
Dizziness
Headache
Drowsiness
Nausea
Fever
Chills
Dicarb Tablet may also cause side-effects not listed here.
If you notice other side-effects not listed above, contact your doctor for medical advice. You may also report side-effects to your local food and drug administration authority.

Precautions

Before using Dicarb Tablet, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
Do not drive or operate machinery
Do not miss any dose
Pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding
Take this drug immediately after meals

Interactions with Dicarb Tablet

If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Dicarb Tablet may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Dicarb Tablet may interact with the following drugs and products:
Acetazolamide
When not to use Dicarb Tablet
Hypersensitivity to Dicarb Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Dicarb Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions:
Hypersensitivity

Composition and Active Ingredients

Dicarb Tablet is composed of the following active ingredients (salts)
Diethyl Carbamazine Citrate – 100 MG