Dicaris Children Tablet

How to use Dicaris Children 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. Dicaris Children Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Medicine Works

Dicaris Children Tablet is an effective antiparasitic and an immunoregulatory agent. As an antiparasite, it works by paralyzing the worms present in the intestines. This causes the worms to die, followed by the fast removal of these dead worms through stools. As an immunoregulator, it promotes activation of white blood cells (WBCs) and helps in restoring the normal function of the immune system.

Expert Advice

• Follow the prescribed dosage strictly. In case your child is prescribed to take this medicine for a few days, make sure to complete the dosage as stopping abrupting may lead to re-infection.
• Worm infections can easily spread between family members. The doctor may recommend treatment for all family members, whether or not the symptoms of infection are visible to avoid any further complication.
• Your doctor may monitor your blood counts as the use of Dicaris Children Tablet may affect cell multiplication and cause a reduction in the total blood cell count.
• Some self-care measures:
• Do not give raw or undercooked food to your child. Instead give a balanced diet, containing herbs, fruits, and spices of therapeutic value.
• Encourage your child to wash their hands with soap and water every time they use the toilet as that will help prevent the spread of infection to other members.
• Trim your child’s nails frequently to disable any source of worm infection.
• Maintain a neat space and hygiene around your child.
• Inform the doctor in case your child exhibits signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, itching, or any other signs of infection such as fever, blood in urine and vomit, bleeding from gums, or black, red, or tarry stools.
• Call your child’s doctor right away if your child exhibits any signs of a liver problem like dark urine, tiredness, upset stomach, light-colored stools, or yellow skin or eyes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• How can I know that my child is having a worm infection?

  In case of worm infestations, your child may complain of an itchy bottom (rectal area), difficulty sitting, fatigue, restless sleep due to anal itching, or persistent stomach pain with loss of appetite or frequent indigestion. Another sign of worm infection is Pica (a habit of eating inedible substances such as mud). Speak to your child’s doctor as soon as you notice any such signs in your child. The doctor may ask for your child’s stool and blood samples for examination. Depending upon the reports, the doctor will decide upon the treatment and prescribe your child some medicine.

• How can my child become infected with intestinal worms?

  Children typically develop infections very easily due to weak immunity. The infection can be transmitted from the eggs of worms present in human feces which contaminate soil in areas with poor sanitation. These worms and their eggs can get transmitted by drinking contaminated water or by eating contaminated vegetables and fruits without washing or peeling properly. Your child may also get infected by playing in the soil that is contaminated with the eggs of the worms. So, keep a note of these points and take proper care of their hygiene. Ask your child to properly clean hands and legs after returning from outdoor activities.

• What are the serious side effects of Dicaris Children Tablet?

  Prolong or excess intake of Dicaris Children Tablet can cause serious side effects such as seizures and low blood count. Therefore, it is advised not to give Dicaris Children Tablet if your child is already suffering from a seizure disorder. Also, your child’s doctor may monitor the complete blood cell (CBC) in your child at regular intervals.

• Can other medicines be given at the same time as Dicaris Children Tablet?

  You can give your child medicines meant to relieve pain and fever unless your doctor has told you not to. However, some medicines should be avoided while being on medication with Dicaris Children Tablet. So, to avoid any risk of side effects, talk to your child’s doctor before giving any other medicines to your child.

• What is the best time to give Dicaris Children Tablet to my child?

  Dicaris Children Tablet can be given at any time of the day. Just remember to give it in the dose and way as prescribed by your child’s doctor.