Donggu Albendazole Tablet (Albendazole)
Albendazole
OTC medication
Donggu Bio Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
MFDS item code 200904035 · Notified 2009.06.10
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.
Treatment of parasitic infections (including roundworm and pinworm infections) and mixed infections
This medication is used to treat infections caused by ascaris, enterobius, duodenal parasites, trichocephalus, americanus, and mixed infections of these parasites.
1) Pinworm: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To eradicate the infection, take another single dose of 400 mg of this product 7 days later. 2) Roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, and American hookworm: Take a single dose of 400 mg of this product. 3) Strongyloides with other parasites (tapeworms) and severe mixed infections: Take 400 mg of this product 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 meals or using a laxative, are necessary (applies to tablets and chewable tablets). - Test 3 weeks after treatment; if the infection has not been cured, a second course may be administered as appropriate.
Children 24 months and older - 1) Pinworm: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To eradicate the infection, take another single dose of 400 mg of this product 7 days later. Children 24 months and older - 2) Roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, and American hookworm: Take a single dose of 400 mg of this product. Children 24 months and older - 3) Strongyloides with other parasites (tapeworms) and severe mixed infections: Take 400 mg of this product once daily for 3 days.
This medication contains the active ingredient albendazole and is used for the treatment of parasitic infections. First, this medication should not be taken in certain cases. For example, individuals allergic to this medication or its components should avoid it, and it is also recommended that pregnant women, women who may become pregnant, and nursing mothers do not use this medication. Additionally, this medication is not recommended for children under the age of 2. During treatment with this medication, it should not be taken with certain drugs. For instance, the drug theophylline may interfere with the metabolism of this medication, and cimetidine, praziquantel, and dexamethasone may increase the blood concentration of this medication. Conversely, ritonavir, phenytoin, carbamazepine, and phenobarbital may decrease the blood concentration of this medication, so they should be avoided together. People with liver or kidney problems should definitely consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. If skin reactions such as red spots, severe rashes, itching, or hives occur during treatment, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Also, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache, or dizziness may occur, and if these symptoms are severe, it is important to consult a specialist. Rarely, fever or generalized redness may also occur. This medication can cause temporary hair loss, but this is often reversible. Ensure to verify that you are not pregnant before starting treatment, and women who may become pregnant should use effective contraception during the treatment period and for three days afterwards. Animal studies have reported potential harm to fetal development, so special caution is required during pregnancy. This medication may sometimes affect blood test results, causing a temporary reduction in white blood cells or an increase in liver function test results, which may require regular testing. In case of overdose, treatment should be based on symptoms along with general supportive therapy, and if there is a parasitic infection in the brain, neurological symptoms such as seizures or headache may occur due to inflammatory reactions after taking this medication, so if such symptoms arise, consult a healthcare professional immediately. When storing, keep this medication out of reach of children, protect it from direct sunlight, and store it in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Additionally, to prevent misuse or abuse, it should not be transferred to other containers.
Skin and mucous membrane syndrome, erythema multiforme, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, diarrhea, upper abdominal or abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, fever, generalized erythema, rash, itching, urticaria, reversible alopecia, reversible leukopenia, mild to moderate elevation of liver enzymes, pancytopenia, seizures, increased intracranial pressure, neurological symptoms such as subtle symptoms
Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.
This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air ingress and is best kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent deterioration.
oblong pink film-coated tablets
in-house packaging unit
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