Benznidazole drug for treating American trypanosomiasis

Benznidazole belongs to a group of medicines called antiprotozoals. It is used to treat an infection called American trypanosomiasis.
Benznidazole works by killing the protozoa.

Take the medicine with meals, after breakfast and after supper, to decrease the chance of stomach upset. If you get an upset stomach (diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, or vomiting) and it continues, check with your doctor.

Although rare, Benznidazole can lower the number of white blood cells in the blood, increasing the chance of getting an infection. It can also lower the number of platelets, which are necessary for proper blood clotting.

Common side effects of this drug are-
Convulsions (seizures); numbness, tingling pain, or weakness in hands or feet; reddish discoloration of skin,
fever or chills; pinpoint red spots on skin; skin rash; sore throat; unusual bleeding or bruising.

Other side effects are- abdominal or stomach pain; diarrhea; nausea; vomiting, confusion; dizziness; headache; restlessness; temporary loss of memory; trouble in sleeping; difficulty concentrating; unusual tiredness and fatigue.
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Dangers of taking excess caffeine

Caffeine is a natural stimulant found in tea, coffee and cacao plants, it stimulates the brain and central nervous system. Regular intake of caffeine lowers the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

Taking excess caffeine increases the amount of acid in the stomach and may cause heartburn or upset the stomach. Excess caffeine consumption may raise blood pressure.

An overdose of caffeine may cause rapid or irregular heartbeat and breathing trouble. In rare cases, caffeine overdose can result in death due to convulsions or irregular heartbeat.

Drinking caffeine in large amounts may interfere with absorption and metabolism of calcium, this can cause osteoporosis. Too much caffeine can also cause slowed fetal growth and increased risk of miscarriage.
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