How to use Eofil 150mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Eofil 150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Medicine Works

Eofil 150mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications called anthelmintics. It kills the parasitic worms that cause parasitic worm infections as well as Filariasis. This helps to treat your infection.

Expert Advice

• You have been prescribed Eofil 150mg Tablet to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections.
• It should be taken with food.
• Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
• Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
• Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is Eofil 150mg Tablet used for?

  Eofil 150mg Tablet is used to treat parasitic worm infection and filariasis (elephantiasis). Filariasis is a disease in which swelling of arms, legs or other body parts may occur. Eofil 150mg Tablet is used to treat Bancroft's filariasis, eosinophilic lung, loiasis and river blindness (onchocerciasis).

• Can the use of Eofil 150mg Tablet cause drowsiness?

  Yes, Eofil 150mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy. Avoid driving, operating on machinery, working at heights, or participating in potentially dangerous activities, especially during the initial days of your treatment. However, if your condition does not improve, consult your doctor.

• Is Eofil 150mg Tablet effective?

  Eofil 150mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Eofil 150mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

• Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Eofil 150mg Tablet?

  The use of Eofil 150mg Tablet should be avoided in patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine. Also, patients who are suffering from asthma should refrain from using Eofil 150mg Tablet. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have or had any medical condition before starting your treatment with the medicine.

• What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Eofil 150mg Tablet?

  Keep this medicine in the container or pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

• How does Eofil 150mg Tablet work?

  Eofil 150mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as anthelmintics. It works by killing both the larval and adult forms of the parasitic worms that cause Filariasis.

• What if I forget to take a dose of Eofil 150mg Tablet?

  If you forget a dose of Eofil 150mg Tablet, 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.

• Is Eofil 150mg Tablet safe?

  Eofil 150mg Tablet 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.