JR Albendazole Tablets 400 mg

Adult dosage

Adults 1) Pinworm infection: Take albendazole 400 mg once daily. To ensure eradication, take 400 mg of this drug once more, 7 days later. 2) Ascaris, hookworm, whipworm, and American hookworm infections: Take 400 mg of this drug as a single dose. 3) Strongyloides infection with other parasitic infections (tapeworm) and severe mixed infections: Take 400 mg of this drug once daily for 3 days. - If swallowing is difficult, the tablet may be chewed or taken with a small amount of water. No special measures, such as stopping food intake or using a laxative, are necessary (applies to tablets and chewable tablets only). - If not cured, conduct an examination 3 weeks after treatment and, as appropriate, administer a second course.

Children's dosage

Children 24 months of age and older 1) Pinworm infection: Take albendazole 400 mg once daily. To ensure eradication, take 400 mg of this drug once more, 7 days later. 2) Ascaris, hookworm, whipworm, and American hookworm infections: Take 400 mg of this drug as a single dose. 3) Strongyloides infection with other parasitic infections (tapeworm) and severe mixed infections: Take 400 mg of this drug once daily for 3 days. - If swallowing is difficult, the tablet may be chewed or taken with a small amount of water. No special measures, such as stopping food intake or using a laxative, are necessary (applies to tablets and chewable tablets only). - If not cured, conduct an examination 3 weeks after treatment and, as appropriate, administer a second course.

This medication should not be taken by individuals who have an allergic reaction to this medicine or any of its components. Women who are pregnant, potentially pregnant, or breastfeeding should not use this medication. Additionally, children under 2 years of age should not take this medication. During treatment, this medication should not be used with certain drugs. For example, the medication Theophylline may interfere with the breakdown of this medication. Drugs such as Cimetidine, Praziquantel, and Dexamethasone can increase the blood concentration of this medication. Conversely, medications such as Ritonavir, Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, and Phenobarbital may reduce the blood concentration of this medication. Individuals with liver or kidney problems must consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. If symptoms such as red spots on the skin or severe rash, itching occur while taking this medication, it should be discontinued immediately and a specialist should be consulted. Nausea, vomiting, heartburn, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, and dizziness may also occur, and if these symptoms are severe, a specialist should be informed. Rarely, fever or red spots on the body and hives may occur. Temporary hair loss may also occur. Women who are potentially pregnant must confirm their pregnancy status before using this medication and should only use it after 10 days of the start of menstruation or after confirming a negative pregnancy test. Animal studies have reported that this medication may harm the fetus, so it should be avoided during pregnancy. Women who are potentially pregnant must use effective contraception methods during the period of taking this medication and for 3 days afterward. This medication may occasionally lead to a temporary decrease in white blood cell count or elevated liver function test values, so regular blood tests may be necessary. In case of overdose, symptomatic treatment such as gastric lavage may be needed. If neurological symptoms such as seizures or worsening headaches occur after using this medication, immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is necessary. Store this medication out of the reach of children, away from direct sunlight, and in a dry, cool room at room temperature. Do not transfer the medication to another container to maintain its quality.

Skin and mucous membrane syndrome, erythema multiforme, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, diarrhea, epigastric or abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, fever, generalized erythema, rash, itching, hives, reversible alopecia, reversible leukopenia, mild to moderate increase in liver enzyme levels, pancytopenia, seizures, increased intracranial pressure, minor symptoms

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering. A storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature is recommended. Storing it this way will safely preserve the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

In-house packaging unit