Xenith Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Xenith Tablet Information

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 Benefits & Uses
Xenith Dosage & How to Take
Xenith Side Effects
Xenith Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Xenith with Other Drugs
Xenith Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Xenith
Xenith Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Xenith Tablet Benefits & Uses

Xenith Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Intestinal Worms

Other Benefits

Xenith Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Xenith Tablet Related Warnings

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.

Severe
Is the use of Xenith Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Xenith as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Xenith Tablet on the Kidneys?

Xenith rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
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.

Severe
What is the effect of Xenith Tablet on the Heart?

Side effects of Xenith rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Xenith Tablet with Other Drugs

Xenith Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clozapine

Moderate

Lopinavir

Diltiazem

Mild

Atropine

Hyoscine

Xenith Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xenith Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Cerebral Malaria
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Xenith Tablet

Is this Xenith Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Xenith Tablet can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

Yes
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.

Safe
Is it safe?

Xenith Tablet is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Xenith Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Xenith Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Xenith Tablet

Taking Xenith Tablet with food is safe.

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.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Xenith Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Xenith on my own or without doctors advice?

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Xenith?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Xenith cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Xenith work?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Xenith?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

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.