According to EMA findings:
- The condition is rare but serious
- It can occur even after a single dose
- Symptoms may appear:
- Within 24 hours
- Or months after treatment
What Was Levamisole Used For?
Levamisole was mainly prescribed to treat:
- Mild parasitic worm infections
Because these conditions are generally not severe, the EMA determined:
The neurological risks are too high compared to the benefits
What Happens Now?
- All levamisole-based medicines will be removed across the EU
- National health authorities will implement the recall
- Updated lists of affected medications have been issued
Advice for Patients
If you are taking or have taken levamisole:
- Contact your doctor or pharmacist
- Ask about safe alternatives
- Do not panic—cases are rare, but awareness is important
