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Mintel Syrup 10 ml in 1 bottle

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Mintel Syrup is a product of Synchem Lab
Composition: Albendazole (NA)

Pack of 10 ml

₹ 20.45

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All Details About Mintel Syrup

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Mintel Syrup

Description:

Mintel Syrup is an antiparasitic medicine, used for the treatment of parasitic worm infections. It works by killing the worms that cause infections and stops the infection from spreading.

Mintel Syrup should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.

Some people may experience vomiting, dizziness, increased liver enzymes, nausea, and loss of appetite as the side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. You may be monitored with blood tests and liver function tests throughout your treatment.

Uses:

  • Treatment of Parasitic infections

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Mintel Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Mintel

  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Nausea
  • Loss of appetite

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mintel Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mintel Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mintel Syrup is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Mintel Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mintel Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mintel Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Mintel Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mintel Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop signs of jaundice like yellowing of eyes and skin, itching, and clay colored stools while taking this medicine.

FAQs:

Q. Is Mintel Syrup an antibiotic?

Affirmative, Mintel Syrup is an antibiotic medicine. It is used to treat various infections caused by worms. Mintel Syrup should be taken only when prescribed by the doctor.

Q. What is Mintel Syrup used for?

Mintel Syrup is used for the treatment of infections caused by helminths (worms) like pin worms/thread worms, roundworms, hookworms, whip worms, liver flukes and tapeworm infections. Along with that, the medicine has shown good activity against some organisms that can survive without oxygen too, like Giardia lamblia and Trichomonas vaginalis. Please consult your doctor before taking any treatment for worms as there could be many worms against which Mintel Syrup would not be effective.

Q. How does Mintel Syrup work?

Mintel Syrup works by killing the larva and the adult form of the worm by reducing the energy source (glucose) of the worms. This helps to decrease the mobility of the worms and they die eventually.

Q. What is the best time to take Mintel Syrup?

Mintel Syrup should be taken exactly as advised by the doctor. Do not self-medicate. However, it may be given once or twice a day depending on the condition you are being treated for. It may be taken in the morning or evening. It is usually prescribed to be taken on an empty stomach but you may be asked to take it with food for treating some conditions. Follow your doctor’s advice carefully to get the most benefit.

Q. Does Mintel Syrup kill eggs of the worms?

No, Mintel Syrup does not kill the eggs of the worms. It acts against the larva and the adult form of the worms only. You may have to take a second dose two weeks later, to lessen the chances of reinfection. Mintel Syrup should be taken only as advised by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.

Q. Is Mintel Syrup safe?

Mintel Syrup is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Q. Is Mintel Syrup effective for treating pinworms?

Affirmative, Mintel Syrup an effective medicine which is used for the treatment of pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis). It shows active action against the larval and the adult stages of the worms. Consult your doctor before taking any medicines for worm infections.

Q. Is Mintel Syrup an over the counter product?

No, Mintel Syrup is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is a prescription medicine which means it can be bought with a valid prescription by a doctor only.

Q. Does Mintel Syrup kill tapeworms?

Mintel Syrup can work against tapeworms like Hymenolepis nana and Taenia spp. Please consult your doctor before taking any medicine for worm infestations.

Q. Who should not take Mintel Syrup?

Mintel Syrup should not be given to patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine, or any other similar medicines like mebendazole or thiabendazole, in the past. Signs of an allergic reaction may include an itchy skin rash, shortness of breath and swelling of the face or tongue. Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions before taking the medicine. Also, let your doctor know about any other medicines that you may be taking for any other conditions, as they may affect or be affected by this medicine.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Mintel Syrup?

If you forget a dose of Mintel Syrup, 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 in 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.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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