Albendazole Free Tablets (Albendazole)

Adult dose

Adults and children 24 months of age and older should take the following doses: 1) Pinworm: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To eradicate the infection, take one additional 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) Other parasites (tapeworm) with Strongyloides infection 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 (tablets and chewable tablets only). Examine the patient 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 and older 1) Pinworm: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To eradicate the infection, take one additional 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) Other parasites (tapeworm) with Strongyloides infection 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 into phenylalanine in the body. Therefore, patients with the hereditary disease phenylketonuria should not take this medication. The daily allowable intake of aspartame should not exceed the recommended amount by WHO, which for adults should not exceed 2.4g per day. Individuals with hypersensitivity to this medication, pregnant women or those who may become pregnant, nursing mothers, and children under 2 years of age should not take this medication. This medication also contains lactose, so those with lactose intolerance, galactose intolerance, or genetic issues such as glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. While taking this medication, one should not take certain drugs together. For example, theophylline may have its breakdown inhibited when taken with this medication, while cimetidine, praziquantel, and dexamethasone may increase the blood concentration of this medication. Conversely, ritonavir, phenytoin, carbamazepine, and phenobarbital may lower its concentration, so caution is needed. Patients with liver or kidney function problems should consult a physician or pharmacist before taking this medication. Additionally, as this medication contains the pigment Yellow No. 5, those with allergies to this component should use it cautiously. If allergic reactions or unusual symptoms such as skin rash, severe headache, dizziness, gastrointestinal disturbances, fever, or itching occur during use, stop taking the medication immediately and consult medical personnel. Rarely, temporary hair loss may occur. It is important to avoid using this medication in early pregnancy, and women who may become pregnant should start taking it within 10 days after the start of their menstrual cycle or after confirming a negative pregnancy test. Animal testing has shown that this medication can cause fetal harm, so women who may become pregnant should use effective contraception during the medication period and for 3 days after the last dose. This medication may sometimes cause a decrease in white blood cell count or an increase in liver enzyme levels, thus regular check-ups may be necessary. In case of overdose, gastric lavage and symptomatic treatment are required, and neurological symptoms may appear after treatment for neurocysticercosis, so if such symptoms arise, one should consult medical personnel immediately. Finally, this medication should be kept out of the reach of children, stored away from direct sunlight, and kept in a dry and cool place. Additionally, do not transfer to other containers to maintain quality, and avoid misuse or abuse.

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 hair loss, reversible decrease in white blood cell count, mild to moderate increase in liver enzyme levels, pancytopenia, seizure, increased intracranial pressure, mild symptoms

Drug interactions

This medication may interact when taken with theophylline, cimetidine, praziquantel, dexamethasone, ritonavir, phenytoin, carbamazepine, or phenobarbital, so do not take them together.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, ideally at temperatures between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

Light orange rectangular film-coated tablets

Package unit

2 tablets/box [(2 tablets/PTP×1)]