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Albenir is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Secondary and off-label uses of Albenir have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Albenir. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Albenir include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Albenir have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Albenir 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.
Albenir's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Albenir has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Albenir related warnings section.
Albenir can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Albenir in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Albenir contraindications section.
Besides this, Albenir may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Albenir is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Albenir 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 Albenir safe for pregnant women?
Albenir shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Albenir safe during breastfeeding?
Albenir may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Albenir on the Kidneys?
Albenir has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Albenir on the Liver?
Albenir may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Albenir on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Albenir on the heart have been reported.
Albenir 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 Albenir unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Albenir habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Albenir. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Albenir since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Albenir is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Albenir is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Albenir
Taking Albenir with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Albenir
Drinking alcohol while taking Albenir may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Albenir 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.
Albenir 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.
Yes, Albenir 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.
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.
Take Albenir as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
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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
