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Albrin Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms, Hookworm Infection, Pinworms. The alternative uses of Albrin Plus have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Albrin Plus depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Albrin Plus also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Albrin Plus as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Albrin Plus go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Albrin Plus's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Albrin Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Albrin Plus contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Albrin Plus have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Albrin Plus is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Albrin Plus 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Albrin Plus safe for pregnant women?
Albrin Plus has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Albrin Plus without medical advice.
Is the use of Albrin Plus safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Albrin Plus. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Albrin Plus on the Kidneys?
Albrin Plus is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Albrin Plus on the Liver?
Using Albrin Plus does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Albrin Plus on the Heart?
Using Albrin Plus does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Albrin Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Albrin Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Albrin Plus habit forming or addictive?
Albrin Plus does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Albrin Plus. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Albrin Plus only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Albrin Plus in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Albrin Plus
Taking Albrin Plus with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Albrin Plus
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Albrin Plus with alcohol will be.
Yes, Albrin Plus might cause stomach (abdominal) pain. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe stomach (abdominal pain) after taking this drug then you are advised to consult with your doctor.
Albrin Plus is a brand name of ivermectin and it is available in the form of a tablet, syrup. It belongs to the class of drugs known as anthelmintics. It is a prescription drug used for the treatment of parasitic and worm infections. It is also used to treat head or pubic lice infestation, and scabies (an itchy skin condition caused by small mites that live under the skin)
Yes, Albrin Plus can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of the gut. 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. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Take Albrin Plus as directed by your doctor. It is usually taken as a single dose on an empty stomach with water. If you are taking Albrin Plus to treat onchocerciasis, additional doses 3, 6, or 12 months later may be necessary to control infection.
Yes, you can take Albrin Plus and doxycycline together. No harmful drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with doxycycline then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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