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Xenith Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Xenith Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Xenith Tablet. 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.
The most common side effects of Xenith Tablet are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Xenith Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Xenith Tablet 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.
Xenith Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Xenith Tablet related warnings talks about Xenith Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Xenith Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Xenith Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Xenith Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Xenith Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Xenith Tablet 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 Xenith Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Xenith. If you are pregnant, do not take Xenith without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Xenith Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Xenith as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Xenith Tablet on the Kidneys?
Xenith rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xenith Tablet on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Xenith on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Xenith Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Xenith rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xenith Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xenith Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Xenith Tablet can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Xenith Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Xenith Tablet is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Xenith Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Xenith Tablet
Taking Xenith Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xenith Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Xenith Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Discontinuation of Xenith on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Xenith 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
Yes, Xenith may cause hair loss. It is reversible, may grow back after stopping the medicine. However, if you experience hair loss after consuming medicine, immediately inform a doctor and follow his/her instruction.
Xenith 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.
Xenith 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.
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