Albi Tablets 400 mg (Albendazole)

Adult dose

Adults: Take the following doses: 1) Pinworm: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To eradicate the infection, take another single dose of 400 mg of this medicine 7 days later. 2) Roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, and American hookworm: Take a single dose of 400 mg of this medicine. 3) Strongyloides infection with other parasites (tapeworms) and severe mixed infections: Take 400 mg of this medicine once daily for 3 days. - If swallowing is difficult, the medicine may be chewed or taken with a small amount of water. No special measures, such as fasting or use of a laxative, are necessary (tablets and chewable tablets only). - If the infection has not been cured, conduct an examination 3 weeks after treatment and, depending on the case, administer a second course.

Child dose

Children aged 24 months and older: Pinworm: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To eradicate the infection, take another single dose of 400 mg of this medicine 7 days later. Children aged 24 months and older: Roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, and American hookworm: Take a single dose of 400 mg of this medicine. Children aged 24 months and older: Strongyloides infection with other parasites (tapeworms) and severe mixed infections: Take 400 mg of this medicine once daily for 3 days.

This medicine contains the artificial sweetener aspartame, which is metabolized to phenylalanine in the body, and should not be used by patients with the hereditary condition phenylketonuria. The daily intake of aspartame in this medication should be regulated to not exceed the recommended limit by the World Health Organization (WHO), with a maximum dose defined for adults. Additionally, individuals who are hypersensitive to this medication, pregnant or potentially pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and children under 2 years of age should not take this medication. This medication contains lactose, so patients with genetic conditions such as galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, and glucose-galactose malabsorption should also avoid it. It is important not to take this medication with certain other drugs. For example, theophylline may interfere with the metabolism of this medication, while cimetidine, praziquantel, and dexamethasone may increase its blood concentration. Conversely, medications such as ritonavir, phenytoin, carbamazepine, and phenobarbital may decrease the blood concentration of this medication and should not be taken together. Patients with liver or kidney problems should consult with their doctor, dentist, or pharmacist before taking this medication, and caution should be exercised in case of allergies or hypersensitivity to the included colorant, yellow #5. If symptoms of hypersensitivity such as red spots, severe rash, or itching occur while taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Nausea, vomiting, heartburn, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, and other symptoms may also occur, and if any of these arise, patients should notify their healthcare provider. This medication may sometimes cause reversible hair loss, which should also be considered. During pregnancy, this medication may harm the fetus, so it should especially be avoided in early pregnancy, and women of childbearing age should use effective contraceptive methods during and for 3 days after taking the medication. This medication may temporarily reduce white blood cell count or elevate liver enzyme levels, so regular monitoring may be necessary. In case of overdose, treatment according to symptoms, such as gastric lavage, may be required, and patients treated for neurocysticercosis should be closely monitored for neurological symptoms. Finally, this medication should be stored out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight, and in a cool, dry place, and should not be transferred to other containers to maintain its quality.

• Mucocutaneous Syndrome
• Erythema Multiforme
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Epigastric Pain
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal or Abdominal Pain
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fever

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with theophylline, cimetidine, praziquantel, dexamethasone, ritonavir, phenytoin, carbamazepine, or phenobarbital.

For domestic use, this medication should be stored in a tightly closed container at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Export medications should be stored in airtight containers at the same temperature range of 1°C to 30°C. This storage will maintain the drug's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance

[For domestic use] Light orange rectangular film-coated tablet [For export] Light orange rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

1 tablet/PTP, 2 tablets/PTP