Vendazole Tablets (Albendazole)

Adult dose

Adults: 1) Pinworm infection: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To eradicate the infection, take another single 400 mg dose of this medicine 7 days later. 2) Ascariasis, hookworm infection, whipworm infection, and American hookworm infection: Take a single 400 mg dose of this medicine. 3) Strongyloidiasis with other parasitic infections (tapeworm infection) 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 using a laxative, are necessary (tablets and chewable tablets only). Check for cure 3 weeks after treatment; if the infection has not been cured, a second course may be given as appropriate.

Child dose

Children aged 24 months and older: 1) Pinworm infection: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To eradicate the infection, take another single 400 mg dose of this medicine 7 days later. 2) Ascariasis, hookworm infection, whipworm infection, and American hookworm infection: Take a single 400 mg dose of this medicine. 3) Strongyloidiasis with other parasitic infections (tapeworm infection) and severe mixed infections: Take 400 mg of this medicine once daily for 3 days.

This medication should not be taken by those who are allergic to this drug or its ingredients. Women who are pregnant, are likely to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding should not use this medication. Furthermore, children under the age of 2 should not take this medication. During the use of this medication, it should not be taken with certain drugs. For example, the medication theophylline can interfere with the metabolism of this drug. Medications such as cimetidine, praziquantel, and dexamethasone can increase the blood concentration of this drug. Conversely, drugs like ritonavir, phenytoin, carbamazepine, and phenobarbital can lower the blood concentration of this drug, so caution is necessary. Individuals with liver or kidney issues must consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. If symptoms such as red spots on the skin, severe rash, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness occur while taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare provider. Also, rare allergic reactions such as fever, itching, and hives may occur, so consult a professional immediately if these symptoms appear. It is also important to be aware that this medication may cause temporary hair loss. Women who may become pregnant should verify their pregnancy status before using this medication, and it is advisable to avoid this medication during early pregnancy. Taking this medication during pregnancy may harm the fetus, so effective contraceptive methods should be used during the treatment period and for three days after the last dose. This medication can sometimes affect blood test results, such as temporarily lowering white blood cell counts or increasing liver enzyme levels, so it is important to undergo testing as instructed by a doctor. If this medication is overdosed, it is important to receive treatment according to the symptoms. Particularly in regions with high rates of tapeworm infections, symptoms such as seizures or headaches may occur due to inflammation in the brain as the parasites die after taking this medication, so consult a healthcare provider immediately if these symptoms occur. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in a cool, dry place, avoiding direct sunlight. It is also important not to transfer it to another container in order to maintain the quality of the medication.

If symptoms such as skin and mucous membrane syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), erythema multiforme (red spots of various shapes), nausea, vomiting, heartburn, diarrhea, epigastric (upper abdominal) or abdominal pain, headache and dizziness, fever, generalized flushing (redness), rash, itching, urticaria, and reversible alopecia occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician or pharmacist.

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with theophylline, cimetidine, praziquantel, dexamethasone, ritonavir, phenytoin, carbamazepine, or phenobarbital.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is best to keep it at a normal room temperature that is not too hot or too cold.

Appearance

Pale yellow oval-shaped film-coated tablet

Package unit

1 tablet/PTP*1, 1 tablet/PTP*2, 1 tablet/PTP*3, 1 tablet/PTP*50, 1 tablet/PTP*50*2