Albenz Suspension

Manufacturer:

Sumac Pharma Pvt Ltd

Composition:

Albendazole

Prescription:

Not Required

What are the interactions for Albenz Suspension?

At whatever point you take in excess of one medicine, or mix it with specific foods or beverages, you're in danger of a drug interaction. 

Interaction with Alcohol 

Liquor 

Interaction with liquor is obscure. It is prudent to counsel your specialist before utilization. 

Interaction with Lab Test 

Lab 

Data not accessible. 

Interaction with Food 

Grapefruit Juice Moderate 

Albenz Suspension ought not be taken with grapefruit squeeze with the end goal to stay away from the eccentric impact. 

Interaction with Medicine 

Clozapine Major 

Any sign or side effect of disease ought to be legitimately revealed. Utilization of both of the drugs ought to be accounted for to the Doctor with the goal that more secure choices can be recommended. 

Dexamethasone Moderate 

Appropriate modifications in the measurements is to be made under specialist's watch before Albenz Suspension is recommended alongside dexamethasone 

Praziquantel Moderate 

Reasonable changes in the measurement is to be made before Albenz Suspension is endorsed alongside Praziquantel 

Carbamazepine Moderate 

Reasonable changes in the measurement of Albenz Suspension alongside observing of levels by the Doctor is prescribed. 

Phenytoin Moderate 

Appropriate alterations in the dose of Albenz Suspension alongside checking of levels by the Doctor is prescribed.

Where is the Albenz Suspension approved?

India

United States

Japan

What are the dosage instructions?

Are there any missed dose instructions?

The missed dose should be taken as soon as one remembers. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, then one should skip the missed one.

Are there any overdose instructions?

One should contact the Doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of overdosage include confusion, fainting, and difficulty in breathing.

What are the substitutes for Albenz Suspension?

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Albenz Suspension, and hence can be used as its substitute.

Key highlights of Albenz Suspension

How long is the duration of effect?

Albenz Suspension is broken down in the liver and remains active in the body for an average of 8.5-9 hours.

What is the onset of action?

Albenz Suspension is poorly absorbed from the Gastro-intestinal tract and reaches its peak levels within 2-5 hours of administration.

Are there any pregnancy warnings?

Albenz Suspension is suspected to cause harm to the developing fetus in pregnant women. Since there is a lack of conclusive evidence from studies on human, it is not recommended for use. However, its usage could be considered in cases where the potential benefits outweigh the risks associated.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendencies were reported.

Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

Albenz Suspension is not excreted in the breast milk. It is recommended to consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

What are the side effects of Albenz Suspension?

In addition to its intended effect, Albenz Suspension may cause some unwanted effects too. In such cases, you must seek medical attention immediately. This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Fever Major Common

Albenz Suspension may cause fever after administration. The incidence should be reported immediately to the Doctor.

Headache Major Common

Albenz Suspension may cause headaches if the intended use is to kill the parasites present in the brain.

Nausea or Vomiting Major Common

Albenz Suspension may cause nausea or vomiting or both if the intended use is to kill the parasites present in the brain.

Seizures Major Less Common

Albenz Suspension may cause seizures or fits if the intended use is to kill the parasites present in the brain.

Darker Urine Moderate Less Common

Albenz Suspension may cause the urine color to change to dark yellow.

Temporary Hair Loss Moderate Less Common

Albenz Suspension may cause hair loss while taking the medication. But the hair loss is reversible and returns to normal.

Elevated Liver Enzymes Moderate Common

Albenz Suspension may cause the liver enzyme liver to go up to moderate levels. Severe liver damage could be a possibility if the dosage is prolonged.

Allergic Skin Reaction Major Rare

Albenz Suspension may cause a rare skin reaction called Erythema Multiforme. Other severe skin reactions including hives, rashes etc could also occur.

Blood Reactions Major Rare

Albenz Suspension could cause blood reactions resulting in tiredness, lack of breath, abnormal bruising and bleeding.

What are the contraindications of Albenz Suspension?

Allergy

Albenz Suspension is not recommended if the you are allergic to Albendazole or any drug belonging to the parent group namely, Benzimidazoles.

When is Albenz Suspension prescribed?

Hydatid Disease

Albenz Suspension is used in the treatment of Hydotid disease or Echinococcosis caused by larva of dog tapeworm.

Neurocysticercosis

Albenz Suspension is used in the treatment of pork tapeworm infection.

Enterobiaisis

Albenz Suspension may be used in the treatment of pinworm infection.

Strongyloidiasis

Albenz Suspension may be used in the treatment of threadworm infection.

Ascariasis

Albenz Suspension may be used in the treatment of roundworm infection.

Trichuriasis

Albenz Suspension may be used in the treatment of whipworm infection.

Cutaneous Larva Migrans

Albenz Suspension may be used in the treatment of hookworm infection of skin.

Filariasis

Albenz Suspension may be used in the treatment of filarial worm infection.

Giardiasis

Albenz Suspension maybe used in the treatment of intestinal infection in children caused by Giardia parasite.

About Albenz Suspension

Albenz Suspension is an antiparasitic medicine that is utilized for treating various infections caused by a pervasion of parasitic worms. It is by and large taken for sicknesses like neurocysticercosis (influencing the cerebrum, muscles and different tissues), giardiasis (intestinal contamination), hydatid ailment, pinworm ailment (intestinal disease), ascariasis (gastrointestinal contamination), filariasis (influencing the lymph hubs and vessels) and others. The medicine falls under the gathering of drugs known as anthelmintics, which removes the parasitic worms either by staggering them or slaughtering them without making remarkable harm the host body. It is accessible as tablets and can be taken orally. 

An antiparasitic, Albenz Suspension is utilized for treating certain contaminations caused by tapeworms like hydatid malady (parasitic invasion) and neurocysticercosis (disease influencing the mind, muscles and in addition well as different tissues). The anthelmintic drug slaughters the touchy parasites in your body. 

The Albenz Suspension must be taken orally. You can swallow it with water or squash it and bite it. You can likewise take it with sustenance. Before you begin this drug, you should advise your specialist on the off chance that you have any of the accompanying wellbeing conditions: 

  • Blockage in the biliary tract
  • Liver ailment
  • A low blood tally (low platelet, white cell or red cell tally)
  • On the off chance that you are pregnant or intending to get pregnant
  • On the off chance that you are a bosom nourishing mother
  • On the off chance that you are adversely affected by Albenz Suspension, or some other medicines or nourishment

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