Albendazole 400 MG Tablet

Manufacturer:

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition:

Albendazole

Prescription:

Not Required

What are the interactions for Albendazole 400 MG Tablet?

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 fitting to counsel your specialist before utilization.     

Interaction with Lab Test     

Lab     

Data not accessible.     

Interaction with Food     

Grapefruit Juice Moderate     

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet 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 appropriately revealed. Utilization of both of the drugs ought to be accounted for to the Doctor so more secure choices can be endorsed.     

Dexamethasone Moderate     

Reasonable changes in the measurement is to be made under specialist's watch before Albendazole 400 MG Tablet is recommended alongside dexamethasone     

Praziquantel Moderate     

Reasonable changes in the measurement is to be made before Albendazole 400 MG Tablet is recommended alongside Praziquantel     Carbamazepine Moderate     

Reasonable modifications in the dose of Albendazole 400 MG Tablet alongside checking of levels by the Doctor is prescribed.     

Phenytoin Moderate     

Reasonable modifications in the dose of Albendazole 400 MG Tablet alongside checking of levels by the Doctor is prescribed.

Where is the Albendazole 400 MG Tablet 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 Albendazole 400 MG Tablet?

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Albendazole 400 MG Tablet, and hence can be used as its substitute.

Zybend 400 MG Tablet

Zydus Cadila

Zentel 400 MG Tablet

Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Noworm 400 MG Tablet

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Zelbend 400 MG Tablet

Zydus Cadila

Albaxy 400 MG Tablet

Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

Key highlights of Albendazole 400 MG Tablet

How long is the duration of effect?

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet 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?

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet is poorly absorbed from the Gastro-intestinal tract and reaches its peak levels within 2-5 hours of administration.

Are there any pregnancy warnings?

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet 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?

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet is not excreted in the breast milk. It is recommended to consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

What are the side effects of Albendazole 400 MG Tablet?

In addition to its intended effect, Albendazole 400 MG Tablet 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

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet may cause fever after administration. The incidence should be reported immediately to the Doctor.

Headache Major Common

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet may cause headaches if the intended use is to kill the parasites present in the brain.

Nausea or Vomiting Major Common

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet may cause nausea or vomiting or both if the intended use is to kill the parasites present in the brain.

Seizures Major Less Common

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet may cause seizures or fits if the intended use is to kill the parasites present in the brain.

Darker Urine Moderate Less Common

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet may cause the urine color to change to dark yellow.

Temporary Hair Loss Moderate Less Common

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet may cause hair loss while taking the medication. But the hair loss is reversible and returns to normal.

Elevated Liver Enzymes Moderate Common

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet 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

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet may cause a rare skin reaction called Erythema Multiforme. Other severe skin reactions including hives, rashes etc could also occur.

Blood Reactions Major Rare

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet could cause blood reactions resulting in tiredness, lack of breath, abnormal bruising and bleeding.

What are the contraindications of Albendazole 400 MG Tablet?

Allergy

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet is not recommended if the you are allergic to Albendazole or any drug belonging to the parent group namely, Benzimidazoles.

When is Albendazole 400 MG Tablet prescribed?

Hydatid Disease

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Hydotid disease or Echinococcosis caused by larva of dog tapeworm.

Neurocysticercosis

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of pork tapeworm infection.

Enterobiaisis

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet may be used in the treatment of pinworm infection.

Strongyloidiasis

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet may be used in the treatment of threadworm infection.

Ascariasis

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet may be used in the treatment of roundworm infection.

Trichuriasis

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet may be used in the treatment of whipworm infection.

Cutaneous Larva Migrans

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet may be used in the treatment of hookworm infection of skin.

Filariasis

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet may be used in the treatment of filarial worm infection.

Giardiasis

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet maybe used in the treatment of intestinal infection in children caused by Giardia parasite.

About Albendazole 400 MG Tablet

Albendazole 400 MG Tablet is an antiparasitic medicine that is utilized for treating various illnesses caused by a pervasion of parasitic worms. It is for the most part taken for ailments like neurocysticercosis (influencing the mind, muscles and different tissues), giardiasis (intestinal contamination), hydatid malady, pinworm illness (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 ousts the parasitic worms either by shocking them or executing them without making outstanding harm the host body. It is accessible as tablets and can be taken orally.     

An antiparasitic, Albendazole 400 MG Tablet is utilized for treating certain contaminations caused by tapeworms like hydatid malady (parasitic invasion) and neurocysticercosis (disease influencing the mind, muscles and also well as different tissues). The anthelmintic drug murders the touchy parasites in your body.     

The Albendazole 400 MG Tablet must be taken orally. You can swallow it with water or pulverize it and bite it. You can likewise take it with sustenance. Before you begin this prescription, you should educate your specialist in the event that you have any of the accompanying wellbeing conditions:     

Blockage in the biliary tract     

Liver illness    

A low blood tally (low platelet, white cell or red cell check)     

On the off chance that you are pregnant or wanting to get pregnant     

On the off chance that you are a bosom bolstering mother     

On the off chance that you are sensitive to Albendazole 400 MG Tablet, or some other medicines or nourishment

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