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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS

Composition :

ALBENDAZOLE-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Micro Labs Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIHELMINTICS]

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 28 Sundar Industrial Estate,N.T.Y Layout Mysore Road , Bangalore - 560026, India
Other Info - ALB0165

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FAQs

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

It is unknown whether alcohol interacts with Albendol 200mg Suspension. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Albendol 200mg Suspension belongs to pregnancy category C. Do not take Albendol 200mg Suspension if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause foetal harm. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Do not breastfeed during and for minimum 5 days after treatment with Albendol 200mg Suspension. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Albendol 200mg Suspension may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Albendol 200mg Suspension can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe the dose of this medicine based on the age and body weight of your child.

About Albendol 200mg Suspension

 Albendol 200mg Suspension 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, Albendol 200mg Suspension is also used to treat infections caused by roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, flukes, and other parasites. 

Albendol 200mg Suspension contains ‘Albendazole’, which works by inhibiting tubulin polymerisation. This causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, which leads to its immobilisation. Thereby, Albendol 200mg Suspension kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection. 

Take Albendol 200mg Suspension as prescribed. You are advised to take Albendol 200mg Suspension 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.

Albendol 200mg Suspension 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 Albendol 200mg Suspension. Do not take Albendol 200mg Suspension 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 Albendol 200mg Suspension. Albendol 200mg Suspension may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Albendol 200mg Suspension 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 Albendol 200mg Suspension

Parasitic worm infections

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Key Benefits

Albendol 200mg Suspension 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). Albendol 200mg Suspension is also used to treat infections caused by roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, flukes, and other parasites. Albendol 200mg Suspension 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). Albendol 200mg Suspension exhibits ovicidal, larvicidal and vermicidal activity. Albendol 200mg Suspension inhibits tubulin polymerisation, which causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite. This leads to the immobilisation of the parasite. Thereby, Albendol 200mg Suspension kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection.

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.

Side Effects of Albendol 200mg Suspension

  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

Drug Warnings

Do not take Albendol 200mg Suspension if you are allergic to any of its contents. Albendol 200mg Suspension 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 Albendol 200mg Suspension. Regular blood cell count and liver function monitoring is advised during treatment with Albendol 200mg Suspension. Albendol 200mg Suspension 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 Albendol 200mg Suspension. Do not take Albendol 200mg Suspension 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 Albendol 200mg Suspension. Albendol 200mg Suspension may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Albendol 200mg Suspension can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml:
Taking Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml with Cladribine can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cladribine and Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. If you have any of these symptoms, contact a doctor right away. These symptoms include fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, difficulty breathing, weight loss, and pain or burning when you urinate. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml:
Co-administration of Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml with Clozapine may increase the risk of infection.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml and Clozapine, you can take these medicines together if advised by your doctor. However, if you develop symptoms such as chills, diarrhea, fever, sore throat, shortness of breath, muscle pains, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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ALBENDAZOLE-200MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate

Drug-Food Interactions

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ALBENDAZOLE-200MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Grapefruit Juice, Grapefruit

How to manage the interaction:
Consuming Grapefruit and Grapefruit juice can increase the absorption of Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml. Avoid consuming Grapefruit and Grapefruit juice while being treated with Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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ALBENDAZOLE-200MGOther diseases of biliary tract
Moderate
ALBENDAZOLE-200MGOther disorders of brain
Moderate

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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ALBENDAZOLE-200MGOther diseases of biliary tract
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml:
Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml should be administered cautiously in patients with compromised hepatic function.

How to manage the interaction:
Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml should be used with caution in patients with compromised liver function. Clinical monitoring of liver function is recommended before starting Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml and at least every two weeks during therapy.
ALBENDAZOLE-200MGOther disorders of brain
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml:
Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml for neurocysticercosis should be administered cautiously in patients with or predisposition to seizures.

How to manage the interaction:
Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml should be used with caution in patients with or prone to fits.
ALBENDAZOLE-200MGAcute renal failure
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml:
The pharmacokinetics of Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml in patients with impaired renal function have not been studied. Caution is advised if used in these patients.

How to manage the interaction:
Albendol 200mg Suspension 10 ml should be used with caution in patients with impaired kidney function.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DEXAMETHASONE
  • CIMETIDINE
  • THEOPHYLLINE
  • PRAZIQUANTEL

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Regular monitoring of blood cell count and liver function is advised during treatment with Albendol 200mg Suspension.
  • Albendol 200mg Suspension 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 Albendol 200mg Suspension.
  • Albendol 200mg Suspension will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Regularly wash your hands with soap and water, especially after using the toilet and while eating.
  • Avoid eating raw fish and meat.
  • Thoroughly cook meat before eating.
  • Wash all fruits and vegetables properly before consuming.
  • Wash or reheat food that has been around for a long time.
  • Avoid contact with soil that may be contaminated with faeces.
  • Avoid foods that have been kept open in the markets as they can be contaminated.
  • Drink boiled and purified water.

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