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Levamisole and alcohol

Result of checker of drug Levamisole interaction with alcohol. Whether they can be taken together or this combination is not allowed.

Check result:

Levamisole <> Alcohol

Relevance: 01.01.2021

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug interaction with alcohol.

Consumer:

Ask your doctor before using levamisole together with ethanol. You should avoid drinking alcohol, it can increase some of the side effects of levamisole. This can cause nausea, dizziness, vomiting, and upset stomach. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Professional:

GENERALLY AVOID: Case histories have suggested that levamisole is associated with some side effects (including headache, fever, shivers, and dizziness) that suggest an disulfiram-like interaction with alcohol. These side effects could be alleviated by total abstinence from alcohol. No mechanism has been established for this interaction.

MANAGEMENT: Patients receiving levamisole should avoid alcohol.

References:

Renoux G "The general immunopharmacology of levamisole." Drugs 19 (1980): 89-99
Renoux G "Modulation of immunity by levamisole." Pharmacol Ther [B] 2 (1978): 397-422
"Product Information. Ergamisol (levamisole)." Janssen Pharmaceutica, Titusville, NJ.

Levamisole

Generic Name: levamisole

Brand Name:

Synonyms: Levamisole (Oral)

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