Levamisole-tainted cocaine was linked to several high-profile deaths. Toxicology reports showed levamisole, along with cocaine, was present in DJ AM's body at the time of his death. Andrew Koppel, son of newsman Ted Koppel, was also found with levamisole in his body after his death was ruled a drug overdose. Using Levamisole to treat fish Fish Room update Water Changes in fish tanks This is just a collection of stuff from the fish room. Nothing really special other than recording when I do stuff. Levamisole is indicated as adjuvant treatment in combination with fluorouracil after surgical resection for Duke's stage C colon cancer. On the first day of combination therapy, a CBC with differential and platelets, serum electrolytes, and liver function tests are recommended.
Aug 27, 2013 Recommended dosage for Levamisole 153144 - in Freshwater Fish Disease forum - Hi all, I have to treat my Rams with Levamisole for Camallanus worms and just wanted to see if there is a consensus for dosage. The basic killing dosage for Levamisole HCl is 13 ppm. That takes time and does harm to the fish etc. While it is working. Just change the water with your favorite Chlorine removing chemicals. Make sure you have the solution you need for the treatment. Pour in the solution of Levamisole and swirl it into the aquarium water to mix things.
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- Dosage
Usual Adult Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Malignant Disease
50 mg orally every 8 hours for 3 days (starting 7-30 days post-surgery). May be given as maintenance therapy for 3 days at 2 week intervals for 1 year.
Dose Adjustments
The dosage may depend upon the specific indication for use. Reference to specific protocols is recommended.
Precautions
If the WBC count is 2,500-3,500/mm³, defer the fluorouracil dose until the WBC count is > 3,500/mm³. If the WBC count is < 2,500/mm³, defer the fluorouracil dose until the WBC count is > 3,500/mm³ and resume the fluorouracil dose reduced by 20%. If the WBC count remains < 2,500/mm³ for over 10 days, despite deferring fluorouracil, discontinue administration of levamisole. Both drugs should be deferred when the platelet count is < 100,000/mm³.
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Levamisole is indicated as adjuvant treatment in combination with fluorouracil after surgical resection for Duke's stage C colon cancer. On the first day of combination therapy, a CBC with differential and platelets, serum electrolytes, and liver function tests are recommended. Thereafter, a weekly CBC with differential and platelets prior to each treatment with fluorouracil is recommended. Serum electrolytes and liver function tests are recommended every 3 months for a total of 1 year. The patient should be informed that if flu-like symptoms, malaise, severe stomatitis and/or diarrhea occur, the physician should be notified immediately.
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