Albe: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Albe Information

Albe, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension, Tablet. Intestinal Worms are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Albe have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Albe depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Albe include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Albe have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Albe are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Albe has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Albe's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Albe related warnings section.

Albe is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia are examples of such conditions. The section on Albe contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Albe may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Albe is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Albe Benefits & Uses
Albe Dosage & How to Take
Albe Side Effects
Albe Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Albe with Other Drugs
Albe Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Albe
Albe Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Albe Benefits & Uses

Albe is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Intestinal Worms

Other Benefits

Albe Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Albe Related Warnings

Is the use of Albe safe for pregnant women?

Albe should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Albe safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Albe as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Albe on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Albe on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Albe on the Liver?

Albe may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Albe on the Heart?

Albe is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Albe with Other Drugs

Albe should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clozapine

Moderate

Lopinavir

Diltiazem

Mild

Atropine

Hyoscine

Albe Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Albe unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Cerebral Malaria
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Albe

Is this Albe habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Albe. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Albe since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Albe is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Albe for mental disorders.

No

Albe Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Albe

Taking Albe with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Albe

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Albe

Question over 5 years ago

Is Albe an antibiotic?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Albe is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Albe cause diarrhea?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Albe causes diarrhea. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Albe?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Albe should be taken with a meal, especially with a fatty meal which helps in absorption of a drug. Preferably taken at night which helps, your worm will come out with feces. However, take it exactly as your doctor recommended you to take it.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Albe over-the-counter?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Albe over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Albe safe to use?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Albe is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, dizziness, diarrhea, constipation, and hepatotoxicity.