PRODUCT DETAILS

Composition

• Active ingredient: Albendazole
• Usually strength: 100 mg per 5 mL 
• Drug class: Anthelmintic (anti-worm / deworming medicine)

Uses / Indications

Used for treatment of parasitic worm infections such as:

• Pinworm (threadworm)
• Roundworm
• Hookworm
• Whipworm
• Some tapeworm infections
• Mixed intestinal worm infestations

Also used for:

• Routine deworming in children and adults
• Community parasite control programs

Direction for Use

• Take by mouth (oral suspension)
• Shake bottle well before use
• Usually taken with food, preferably fatty food
• Dose depends on age and infection type (doctor-prescribed)
• Common regimens:
• Single dose or short course (1–3 days)
• Repeat dose after 2 weeks for pinworm infections (if advised)

Important:

• Use measuring spoon or syringe for accurate dosing
• Follow exact prescription instructions

Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Stomach pain
• Nausea or vomiting
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Temporary loss of appetite

Less common/rare:

• Mild fever
• Temporary hair thinning (long use)
• Diarrhea

Serious (rare) side effects:

• Liver inflammation (yellow eyes/skin, dark urine)
• Low white blood cell count
• Severe allergic reactions (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing)

Warnings

• Avoid use during pregnancy, especially first 3 months
• Use cautiously in liver disease
• Long-term use requires monitoring of liver function and blood counts
• Not effective for viral or bacterial infections

Interactions

May interact with:

• Cimetidine (increases albendazole levels)
• Dexamethasone (increases drug concentration)
• Praziquantel (enhanced effects)
• Some anti-seizure medications (may reduce effectiveness)
• Alcohol (increases liver strain)

Cautions / Precautions

• Maintain strict hygiene to prevent reinfection (handwashing, clean nails, washing bedding)
• Treat household members if advised (especially for pinworm)
• Use correct dosing device (not kitchen spoons)
• Seek medical attention if:
• Severe abdominal pain
• Persistent vomiting
• Yellowing of eyes/skin
• Severe rash or fever