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Zybend is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet,Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Other than this, Zybend has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Zybend is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Zybend include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Zybend side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Zybend normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Zybend's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Zybend related warnings talks about Zybend's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Zybend 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. Other contraindications of Zybend have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Zybend may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Zybend is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Zybend 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Zybend safe for pregnant women?
Zybend should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Zybend safe during breastfeeding?
Zybend may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zybend on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Zybend on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Zybend on the Liver?
Zybend may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Zybend on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Zybend on the heart have been reported.
Zybend 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 Zybend unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zybend habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Zybend cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Zybend as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Zybend is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zybend is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zybend
Taking Zybend with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zybend
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Zybend is broad-spectrum anthelmintic. It has a multidimensional mechanism of action. It mainly works by inhibiting the cell division, motility disruption, glycogen depletion, and tubulin. Hence, in this way, it kills the parasite.
Zybend 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.
Zybend 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.
Yes, Zybend 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.
No, Zybend is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
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