Albendazole Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Albendazole Tablet Benefits & Uses

Albendazole Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Intestinal Worms

Other Benefits

Albendazole Tablet 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
Adult	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Albendazole Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Albendazole Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Albendazole Tablet 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 Albendazole Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Albendazole Tablet for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Albendazole Tablet on the Kidneys?

Albendazole Tablet has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Albendazole Tablet on the Liver?

Albendazole Tablet can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.

Severe
What is the effect of Albendazole Tablet on the Heart?

Albendazole Tablet has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Albendazole Tablet with Other Drugs

Albendazole Tablet 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

Albendazole Tablet Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Cerebral Malaria
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Albendazole Tablet

Is this Albendazole Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Albendazole Tablet can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

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

Albendazole Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

There are no side effects of Albendazole Tablet, so it is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Albendazole Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Albendazole Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Albendazole Tablet

You can take Albendazole Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Albendazole Tablet

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Albendazole Tablet at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Albendazole Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Albendazole Tablet?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Albendazole Tablet is a brand name of albendazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called anthelmintics. It is used to treat infection caused by parasites such as roundworms, hookworms, pinworms, and threadworms. It is also used to treat

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Albendazole Tablet?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Take Albendazole Tablet as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Albendazole Tablet over-the-counter?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Albendazole Tablet 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 Albendazole Tablet safe to use?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Albendazole Tablet 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Albendazole Tablet an antibiotic?

Dr. , General Physician

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