Name: Albendazole 400 mg - Strip of 1 Tablets
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About Albendazole 400 mg Tablet

Albendazole 400 mg Tablet belongs to a group of antiparasitic drugs called ‘anthelmintic‘
used to treat parasites worm infections like neurocysticercosis
(infection caused by pork tapeworm) and cystic hydatid disease
(infection caused by dog tapeworm). Additionally, Albendazole 400 mg
Tablet is also used to treat infections caused by roundworms, hookworms,
threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, flukes, and other parasites.

Albendazole 400 mg Tablet contains ‘Albendazole’,
which works by inhibiting tubulin polymerisation. This causes metabolic
disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, which leads to its
immobilisation. Thereby, Albendazole 400 mg Tablet kills the susceptible
helminth and treats the infection.

Take
Albendazole 400 mg Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to take
Albendazole 400 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it
for you, depending on your medical condition. You may experience certain
common side effects, such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache,
and dizziness in some cases. Most of these side effects do not require
medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are
advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects
persistently.

Albendazole 400 mg Tablet
might increase the chances of getting an infection; maintain proper
hygiene, and try to stay away from people with infections, flu or colds.
Consult your doctor if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising, as you
may bleed or bruise easily while taking Albendazole 400 mg Tablet. Do
not take Albendazole 400 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for
pregnancy as it may cause foetal harm. Do not breastfeed during and for a
minimum of 5 days after treatment with Albendazole 400 mg Tablet.
Albendazole 400 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so be cautious while
driving. Albendazole 400 mg Tablet can be given to children if
prescribed by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health
condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Albendazole 400 mg Tablet

Treatment of Parasitic worm infections

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow
it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush the
tablet/capsule.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth
using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper; shake the pack well
before each use.Chewable tablet: Chew the tablet completely and swallow.
Do not swallow it as a whole.

Medicinal Benefits

Albendazole
400 mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anthelmintic used
to treat worm infections such as neurocysticercosis (infection caused by
pork tapeworm) and cystic hydatid disease (infection caused by dog
tapeworm). Albendazole 400 mg Tablet is also used to treat infections
caused by roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms,
flukes, and other parasites. Albendazole 400 mg Tablet is a
broad-spectrum anthelmintic drug which is highly effective against a
wide range of intestinal helminths, including cestodes, nematodes, and
trematodes. It is also effective against tissue helminth infections like
cutaneous larva migrans (parasitic skin infections). Albendazole 400 mg
Tablet exhibits ovicidal, larvicidal and vermicidal activity.
Albendazole 400 mg Tablet inhibits tubulin polymerisation, which causes
metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite. This leads to
the immobilisation of the parasite. Thereby, Albendazole 400 mg Tablet
kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection.

How Albendazole 400 mg Tablet Works

Albendazole 400 mg Tablet contains â€˜Albendazoleâ€™,
which works by inhibiting tubulin polymerisation. This causes metabolic
disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, which leads to its
immobilisation. Thereby, Albendazole 400 mg Tablet kills the susceptible
helminth and treats the infection.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Albendazole 400 mg Tablet

Stomach pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Dizziness

What if I have taken an overdose of Albendazole 400 mg Tablet

Do
not take more than the prescribed dose of Albendazole 400 mg Tablet as
it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please
consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do
not take Albendazole 400 mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its
contents. Albendazole 400 mg Tablet may cause bone marrow suppression,
aplastic anaemia, and agranulocytosis. Inform your doctor if you
have/had liver disease; if you have any surgery, including dental
surgery. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience seizures,
vomiting, headache, extreme tiredness, or behaviour changes while taking
Albendazole 400 mg Tablet. Regular blood cell count and liver function
monitoring is advised during treatment with Albendazole 400 mg Tablet.
Albendazole 400 mg Tablet might increase the chances of getting an
infection; maintain proper hygiene, and try to stay away from people
with infections, flu or cold. Consult your doctor if you notice unusual
bleeding or bruising, as you may bleed or bruise easily while taking
Albendazole 400 mg Tablet. Do not take Albendazole 400 mg Tablet if you
are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause foetal harm. Do
not breastfeed during and for minimum of 5 days after treatment with
Albendazole 400 mg Tablet. Albendazole 400 mg Tablet may cause
dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Albendazole 400 mg Tablet can
be given to children if prescribed by the doctor.