Medication info

Huruben Tablets (Flubendazole)

OTC medicationExpired
Ingredient · strength
Flubendazole›Strength being verified
Manufacturer / importer
Hanol Bio Pharma Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White to slightly yellow round tablets
Packaging
1, 2, 4, 100 tablets
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 199200467 · Notified 1992.08.14

This product's status changed to Expired on 2023.04.01. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Treatment of parasitic infections (e.g., roundworm and pinworm) and mixed infections
Who uses it
Adults · Children
Adult dosage
(Tablets) Take 500mg as a single dose, regardless of whether the patient is an adult or child. (Suspension) Take 500mg(15mL) as a single dose, regardless of whether the patient is an adult or child.
Children's dosage
Tablets: 500 mg as a single dose. Suspension: 500 mg (15 mL) as a single dose.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Hanol Bio Pharma Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of parasitic infections (e.g., roundworm and pinworm) and mixed infections

  • Roundworm infection
  • pinworm infection
  • whipworm infection
  • hookworm infection
  • mixed infections
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This medication is used to treat infections caused by protozoa such as roundworms, pinworms, whipworms, and hookworms, as well as mixed infections of these.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

(Tablets) Take 500mg as a single dose, regardless of whether the patient is an adult or child. (Suspension) Take 500mg(15mL) as a single dose, regardless of whether the patient is an adult or child.

Children's dosage

Tablets: 500 mg as a single dose. Suspension: 500 mg (15 mL) as a single dose.

Precautions

This medicine should not be taken by anyone who has an allergic reaction to this medicine or its components. It is also advisable for pregnant women to avoid this medicine. If the patient is an infant under 1 year of age, it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consult a healthcare professional before using this medication. While animal studies have shown potential fetal effects, it is known that there is no increased risk of malformations in humans. Breastfeeding women should consider temporarily stopping breastfeeding, as it is uncertain if this medicine passes into breast milk. During treatment, symptoms such as nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea may temporarily occur, particularly if a significant parasite load is present. Additionally, rare allergic reactions such as skin rashes, hives, or angioedema may occur, necessitating caution. In case of overdose, symptoms such as abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may occur, so it is important to adhere to the prescribed dosage. The recommended treatment duration for this medicine is a maximum of 3 days, and in rare cases, prolonged high-dose administration may cause liver dysfunction or blood abnormalities. In such cases, as there are no specific antidotes, gastric lavage or the administration of activated charcoal may be performed as necessary. This medicine should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children. It is advisable to keep it away from direct sunlight and store it in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Lastly, to maintain the quality of the medication, it is important to keep it in its original container and not transfer it to another container.

Side effects

  • Transient nausea
  • abdominal pain
  • diarrhea
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • angioedema
  • abdominal cramps
  • queasiness
  • vomiting
  • liver dysfunction
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  • hepatitis
  • blood disorders

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medicine should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, at room temperature away from excessively hot or cold locations.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White to slightly yellow round tablets

Package unit

1, 2, 4, 100 tablets

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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