Gentazole Tablets (Albendazole)

Adult dose

Adults should take the following amounts 1) Pinworm: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To eradicate the infection, take this medicine once more at a dose of 400 mg, 7 days later. 2) Roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, 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 tablet may be chewed or taken with a small amount of water. No special measures, such as fasting or using a laxative, are necessary (applies to tablets and chewable tablets only). Test 3 weeks after treatment; if the infection has not been cured, a second course may be given as appropriate.

Child dose

Children 24 months of age or older 1) Pinworm: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To eradicate the infection, take this medicine once more at a dose of 400 mg, 7 days later. 2) Roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, 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.

This medication contains the artificial sweetener aspartame, which is broken down in the body into phenylalanine. Therefore, patients with the genetic disorder phenylketonuria should not take this medication. The daily intake of aspartame should be limited to below the WHO recommended level of 40 mg/kg, which means an adult weighing 60 kg can take a maximum of 2.4 g per day. People who are allergic to this medication or its ingredients should not use it. Additionally, women who are pregnant or potentially pregnant, nursing mothers, and children under 2 years of age should not take this medication. This medication contains lactose, so patients with galactose intolerance or those genetically lacking lactase or with glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. During treatment with this medication, it is advisable not to take certain drugs together. For example, the metabolism of theophylline can be inhibited when taken with this medication, and cimetidine, praziquantel, and dexamethasone may increase its blood concentration. Conversely, ritonavir, phenytoin, carbamazepine, and phenobarbital may decrease its blood concentration. Patients with liver or kidney problems should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. This medication also contains the dye Yellow No. 5, so those with allergies to this component should exercise caution. If allergy symptoms such as red spots, rash, itching, or hives occur during use, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Nausea, vomiting, heartburn, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, and dizziness may also occur. This medication may cause reversible hair loss, so patients should be aware of this. Women who may become pregnant should confirm their pregnancy status before using this medication, and it is advisable to avoid taking it during early pregnancy. Animal studies have reported possible fetal harm, so effective contraceptive methods should be used during the dosing period and for 3 days after the last dose. This medication may sometimes affect clinical test results, such as reducing white blood cell count or elevating liver enzyme levels, so regular testing may be necessary. In case of overdose, symptomatic treatment such as gastric lavage may be required, and patients who have previously had cerebral parasitic infections should inform their healthcare provider if they experience neurological symptoms such as seizures or headaches after taking this medication. Keep this medication out of the reach of children, and store it in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight. To maintain quality, do not transfer it to another container.

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

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 store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This helps to maintain the efficacy of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

Pale orange oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

2 tablets/PTP, 6 tablets/PTP