Abend 400mg Tablet
Introduction to Abend 400mg Tablet
ALBENDAZOLE is a member of the 'anthelmintic' class of antiparasitic medications used to treat parasite worm illnesses such as neurocysticercosis (an infection brought on by the pig tapeworm) and cystic hydatid disease (an infection brought on by the dog tapeworm). Furthermore, illnesses brought on by flukes, roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, and other parasites are treated with ALBENDAZOLE.
Safety Advice for Abend 400mg Tablet
- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
The potential interactions between alcohol and Albendazole are unclear. Kindly speak with your physician.
If you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant, avoid taking Albendazole since it may be harmful to the fetus. If you are concerned about this, kindly consult your physician.
Avoid breastfeeding while taking ALBENDAZOLE and for at least five days following therapy. If you are concerned about this, kindly consult your physician.
Patients with renal impairment could require dose adjustments. If you have kidney impairment or have any concerns about this, please see your physician.
For patients who have hepatic impairment, a dose change may be necessary. If you believe you may have a liver impairment or have any questions about this, please see your physician.
ALBENDAZOLE may make you feel lightheaded. If you're not paying attention, don't use machinery or drive.
How Abend 400mg Tablet works
Albendazole is used to treat worm-related illnesses. To cause the worm to run out of energy and perish, it prevents it from absorbing sugar, or glucose. This medication can only be obtained with a prescription from your physician.
How To Use Abend 400mg Tablet
- Take it Albendazole as directed.
- Do not chew or break open the pill or capsule swallow it whole with a glass of water.
- Depending on your medical condition, you should take Albendazole from your doctor for the whole suggested duration.
Special Precautions About Abend 400mg Tablet
- While using ALBENDAZOLE, you may bleed or bruise easily. If you observe unusual bleeding or bruising, see your doctor.
- During ALBENDAZOLE treatment, routine monitoring of liver function and blood cell count is indicated.
- Maintaining good hygiene and avoiding contact with sick individuals can help reduce the risk of infection caused by ALBENDAZOLE.
Benefits Of Abend 400mg Tablet
- Additionally, illnesses brought on by flukes, roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, and other parasites are treated with ALBENDAZOLE.
- ALBENDAZOLE is a member of the anthelmintic medication class, which is used to treat worm infections, including cystic hydatid disease and neurocysticercosis.
Side Effects Of Abend 400mg Tablet
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach Pain
- Dizziness
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What If I Missed A Dose Of Abend 400mg Tablet
- Use the medicine as you remember to take.
- If the next dose is near then Skip the missed Dose.
- Do not double up for the missed Dose.
- If you miss doses frequently then consult your Doctor.
Health And Lifestyle
Drug Interaction
- H2 blockers (Cimetidine)
- Corticosteroids (Dexamethasone)
Drug Food Interaction
Disease Explanation
Intestinal worms or helminths are other names for parasitic worms. They infect and feed on their hosts, causing illnesses and weakness. Intestinal worms often come in two varieties: flatworms like flukes and tapeworms, and roundworms. Ingestion of tainted water, food, or soil, contact with tainted excrement, inadequate sanitization, and inadequate hygiene practices can all lead to worm infections.
FAQ's on Abend 400mg Tablet
How does Abend work?
Abend works by killing the larva and the adult form of the worm by inhibiting tubulin polymerization which causes energy depletion and decreases the mobility of the worm and hence kills the helminth.
Is Abend an antibiotic?
Abend is an antibiotic. It is an anthelmintic drug and is used in the treatment of many parasitic infections.
Is Abend safe?
Abend is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Does Abend treat Giardia?
Abend can be used to treat giardiasis. It has shown activity against anaerobic protozoa like Giardia lamblia and Trichomonas vaginalis. Please consult your doctor if you think you are suffering from giardiasis as it requires proper diagnosis and treatment.
Does Abend work?
Abend works if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Does Abend cause diarrhoea?
Diarrhoea is an uncommon side effect of Abend. Please consult your doctor if you experience diarrhea after taking Abend.
Can I take Abend with fluconazole?
Abend can be taken with fluconazole. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Is Abend effective for treating pinworms?
Abend is used for the treatment of pinworms (Enterobius vermicolaris). Abend is active against the larval and the adult stages. Consult your doctor before taking any medicines for worm infections.
Does Abend kill tapeworms?
Abend is active against tapeworms like Hymenolepis nana and Taenia spp. Please consult your doctor before taking any medicine for these worm infestations.
Does Abend kill eggs?
Abend does not kill the eggs of the worms. It acts against the larva and the adult form of the worms.
What is Abend used for?
Abend is used for the treatment of infections caused by helminths (worms) like Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm/threadworm), Ascaris lumbricoides (roundworm), Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator americanus (hookworms), Trichuris trichiura (whipworm), Strongyloides stercoralis, animal hookworm larvae causing cutaneous larva migrans, and Opisthorchis viverrini (liver flukes) and Clonorchis sinensis. It is also indicated for the treatment of Hymenolepis nana and Taenia spp. (tapeworm) infections and has shown good activity against anaerobic protozoa like Giardia lamblia and Trichomonas vaginalis. Please consult your doctor before taking any treatment for worms as there could be many worms against which Abend would not be effective.
Is Abend useful in the treatment of scabies?
Abend is not used for the treatment of scabies. If you think you are suffering from scabies, please consult your doctor as it requires proper diagnosis and treatment.
Is Abend safe in G6PD deficiency?
Abend is safe to use in people with G6PD deficiency. Please consult your doctor to know more about drugs which are to be avoided in G6PD deficient people.
Is Abend an over the counter product?
Abend is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is a prescription medicine.
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- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
The potential interactions between alcohol and Albendazole are unclear. Kindly speak with your physician.
If you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant, avoid taking Albendazole since it may be harmful to the fetus. If you are concerned about this, kindly consult your physician.
Avoid breastfeeding while taking ALBENDAZOLE and for at least five days following therapy. If you are concerned about this, kindly consult your physician.
Patients with renal impairment could require dose adjustments. If you have kidney impairment or have any concerns about this, please see your physician.
For patients who have hepatic impairment, a dose change may be necessary. If you believe you may have a liver impairment or have any questions about this, please see your physician.
ALBENDAZOLE may make you feel lightheaded. If you're not paying attention, don't use machinery or drive.