Manufacturer: Micro Labs Ltd
Salt Composition : Albendazole(400mg)
Strip of 1 Tablet
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Albendol 400mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.
Albendol 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that helps treat many parasitic worm infections. It works by killing and stopping the further growth of parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.
Some people may experience vomiting, dizziness, increased liver enzymes, nausea, and loss of appetite as the side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. You may be monitored with blood tests and liver function tests throughout your treatment.
1. Diarrhoea 2. Nausea 3. Headache 4. Vomiting 5. Abdominal pain 6. Dizziness 7. Flatulence 8. Constipation 9. Dyspepsia 10. Flu like syndrome 11. Insomnia 12. Back pain 13. Cough 14. Rhinitis 15. Pharyngitis 16. Rash
1. Hypersensitivity to the drug 2. Renal impairment 3. Hepatic impairment 4. Diabetic ketoacidosis 5. Cardiovascular collapse 6. Hypotensive states 7. Respiratory disease 8. Alcoholics.
Contraindicated
Use with caution Cefbet 750mg (Injection) is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
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Use with caution
Contraindicated
Use with caution Below 9years: Contraindicated
Albendol 400mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medicine, used for the treatment of parasitic worm infections. It works by killing the worms that cause infections and stops the infection from spreading.
Albendol 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that helps treat many parasitic worm infections. It works by killing and stopping the further growth of parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.
Adult: 500 - 1000 mg in 3 times daily Maximum dose: 4 g / day For migraine: 500 mg to be taken at the first sign of migraine attack and repeated 4 - 6 hourly until suppress mild attacks. Children: 60 mg / kg body weight /day in 4 divided doses.
Store at room temperature below 30 degree C. Protect from moisture and light.
If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one
Symptoms of overdose include diarrhea, vomiting, rapid heartbeat
If you think you had an overdose of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital
Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Albendol 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Is Albendol 400mg Tablet an antibiotic?
Yes, Albendol 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine. It is used to treat various infections caused by worms. Albendol 400mg Tablet should be taken only when prescribed by the doctor.
Q. What is Albendol 400mg Tablet used for?
Albendol 400mg Tablet is used for the treatment of infections caused by helminths (worms) like pin worms/thread worms, roundworms, hookworms, whip worms, liver flukes and tapeworm infections. Along with that, the medicine has shown good activity against some organisms that can survive without oxygen too, like Giardia lamblia and Trichomonas vaginalis. Please consult your doctor before taking any treatment for worms as there could be many worms against which Albendol 400mg Tablet would not be effective.
Q. How does Albendol 400mg Tablet work?
Albendol 400mg Tablet works by killing the larva and the adult form of the worm by reducing the energy source (glucose) of the worms. This helps to decrease the mobility of the worms and they die eventually.
Q. What is the best time to take Albendol 400mg Tablet?
Albendol 400mg Tablet should be taken exactly as advised by the doctor. Do not self-medicate. However, it may be given once or twice a day depending on the condition you are being treated for. It may be taken in the morning or evening. It is usually prescribed to be taken on an empty stomach but you may be asked to take it with food for treating some conditions. Follow your doctor’s advice carefully to get the most benefit.
Q. Does Albendol 400mg Tablet kill eggs of the worms?
No, Albendol 400mg Tablet does not kill the eggs of the worms. It acts against the larva and the adult form of the worms only. You may have to take a second dose two weeks later, to lessen the chances of reinfection. Albendol 400mg Tablet should be taken only as advised by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.
Q. Is Albendol 400mg Tablet safe?
Albendol 400mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. Is Albendol 400mg Tablet effective for treating pinworms?
Yes, Albendol 400mg Tablet an effective medicine which is used for the treatment of pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis). It shows active action against the larval and the adult stages of the worms. Consult your doctor before taking any medicines for worm infections.
Q. Is Albendol 400mg Tablet an over the counter product?
No, Albendol 400mg Tablet is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is a prescription medicine which means it can be bought with a valid prescription by a doctor only.
Q. Does Albendol 400mg Tablet kill tapeworms?
Albendol 400mg Tablet can work against tapeworms like Hymenolepis nana and Taenia spp. Please consult your doctor before taking any medicine for worm infestations.
Q. Who should not take Albendol 400mg Tablet?
Albendol 400mg Tablet should not be given to patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine, or any other similar medicines like mebendazole or thiabendazole, in the past. Signs of an allergic reaction may include an itchy skin rash, shortness of breath and swelling of the face or tongue. Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions before taking the medicine. Also, let your doctor know about any other medicines that you may be taking for any other conditions, as they may affect or be affected by this medicine.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Albendol 400mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Albendol 400mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
