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I Have A Tapeworm And Need Some Medicine For It
Question: I have a tapeworm and need some medicine for it could I please get some help ASAP I use Walgreens pharmacy Waycross XXXXXXX the phone number is 0000 it is Walgreens on memorial drive if I could please get something called in for it
Brief Answer:
can take Tab. Praziquentral 600 mg single dose after consultation.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I can understand. As you have tapeworm infection, for that you can take Tab. Praziquantal 600 mg single dose or Tab. Albendazole 400 mg once a day of 3 days after physician consultation. Avoid raw or undercooked meat. Freeze well before use. Maintain proper hygiene.
You can check if any of the above medicines are available over-the counter. In order to get a written prescription, you will need to see a local doctor and he will prescribe medication.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Thank you.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam Kale
General and Family physician.
can take Tab. Praziquentral 600 mg single dose after consultation.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I can understand. As you have tapeworm infection, for that you can take Tab. Praziquantal 600 mg single dose or Tab. Albendazole 400 mg once a day of 3 days after physician consultation. Avoid raw or undercooked meat. Freeze well before use. Maintain proper hygiene.
You can check if any of the above medicines are available over-the counter. In order to get a written prescription, you will need to see a local doctor and he will prescribe medication.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Thank you.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam Kale
General and Family physician.
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