PRODUCT DETAILS

Composition

• Albendazole (commonly 200 mg/5 mL or similar strength)
• Drug class: Anthelmintic / antiparasitic medicine

Albendazole kills worms by blocking their ability to absorb glucose, leading to parasite death.

Uses / Indications

Used for treatment of intestinal worm infections such as:

• Roundworm
• Hookworm
• Pinworm (threadworm)
• Whipworm
• Tapeworm
• Mixed worm infestations

It is commonly used in children for deworming.

Direction for Use

• Shake bottle well before use
• Usually taken as a single dose for common deworming
• Dose depends on:
• Age
• Weight
• Type of worm infection
• Often taken with food
• Some infections may require repeat dosing after 2 weeks

Example:

• Many paediatric albendazole syrups contain 200 mg per 5 mL.

Side Effects

Common:

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

Less common:

• Fever
• Temporary hair thinning
• Fatigue

Rare but serious:

• Liver problems
• Allergic reactions
• Blood cell suppression (rare with prolonged/high-dose use)

Warnings

• Avoid use during pregnancy, especially first trimester
• Use cautiously in:
• Liver disease
• Severe illness
• Do not exceed recommended dose
• Long-term use may require liver and blood monitoring

Interactions

May interact with:

• Anti-seizure medicines (e.g., carbamazepine, phenytoin)
• Some steroids
• Other antiparasitic medicines

Cautions

Use carefully in:

• Children under 1–2 years unless prescribed
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women
• Patients with liver disease

To prevent reinfection:

• Wash hands regularly
• Keep nails short
• Wash bedding/clothes
• Practice food hygiene

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