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Olban, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Secondary and off-label uses of Olban have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Olban depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Olban 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 Olban as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Olban normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Olban has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Olban has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Olban related warnings section.
Olban 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 Olban contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Olban with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Olban is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Olban 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 Olban safe for pregnant women?
Olban can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Olban safe during breastfeeding?
Olban may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olban on the Kidneys?
Olban has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olban on the Liver?
Use of Olban may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Olban on the Heart?
Olban has very mild side effects on the heart.
Olban 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 Olban unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olban habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Olban. 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 Olban since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Olban, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olban is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olban
Taking Olban with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olban
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Olban are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
No, you can not buy Olban 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.
No, Olban is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
Yes, Olban causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation 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.
Olban 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.
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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
