PRODUCT DETAILS

Composition

• Albendazole 200 mg
• Drug class: Anthelmintic / antiparasitic medicine

Albendazole works by preventing worms from absorbing glucose, causing them to lose energy and die.

Uses / Indications

Used to treat worm infections such as:

• Roundworm
• Hookworm
• Pinworm (threadworm)
• Whipworm
• Tapeworm infections
• Other intestinal parasitic infections

Albendazole is also used in some serious parasitic diseases such as neurocysticercosis and hydatid disease under medical supervision.

Direction for Use

• Usually taken as a single dose for common intestinal worms
• May be repeated after 2 weeks for pinworm reinfection
• Best taken with food, especially fatty meals, to improve absorption
• Dose and duration depend on:
• Type of worm infection
• Age and weight
• Severity of infection

Side Effects

Common:

• Abdominal pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea

Less common:

• Fever
• Temporary hair loss
• Fatigue

Rare but serious:

• Liver problems
• Bone marrow suppression
• Severe allergic reactions

Warnings

• Avoid use during pregnancy, especially first trimester
• Long-term/high-dose use may affect:
• Liver function
• Blood cell production
• Seek medical care if you develop:
• Yellow eyes/skin
• Severe rash
• Persistent fever
• Unusual bleeding

Interactions

May interact with:

• Anti-seizure medicines such as carbamazepine or phenytoin
• Grapefruit juice
• Immunosuppressive medicines
• Other antiparasitic drugs

Cautions

Use carefully in:

• Liver disease
• Pregnancy
• Children (dose depends on age/weight)
• Patients with blood disorders

Good hygiene helps prevent reinfection:

• Wash hands regularly
• Trim nails
• Wash bedding/clothes