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Albela is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Secondary and off-label uses of Albela have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Albela is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Albela include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Albela side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Albela are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Albela's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Albela related warnings talks about Albela's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Albela can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Albela in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia. Other contraindications of Albela have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Albela may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Albela is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Albela is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Albela safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Albela. If you are pregnant, do not take Albela without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Albela safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Albela on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Albela on the Kidneys?
Albela has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Albela on the Liver?
Effects of Albela on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Albela on the Heart?
Albela is rarely harmful for the heart.
Albela should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Albela unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Albela habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Albela can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Albela will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Albela is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Albela is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Albela
You can take Albela with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Albela
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Albela at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Albela is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Albela is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called anthelmintic. It is used to treat neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.
No, Albela is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Albela 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Albenza® (albendazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 850-851