Olbis Tablet (Albendazole)

Adult dosage

Adults should take the following doses: 1) Pinworm: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To ensure eradication, take one additional 400 mg dose of this medicine 7 days later. 2) Roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, and American hookworm: Take a single 400 mg dose of this medicine. 3) Strongyloidiasis with other parasitic infections (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 stopping meals or using a laxative, are necessary (applies only to tablets and chewable tablets). - If the infection has not been cured when examined 3 weeks after treatment, a second course may be given, as appropriate.

Children's dosage

Children aged 24 months and older should take the following doses: 1) Pinworms: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To eradicate the infection, take an additional single dose of 400 mg of this medication 7 days later. 2) Roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and American hookworms: Take a single dose of 400 mg of this medication. 3) In cases of infection with other parasites (tapeworms) in addition to Strongyloides, or severe mixed infections: Take 400 mg of this medication once daily for 3 days.

This medication should not be taken by individuals who have an allergic reaction to this medication or its ingredients. It is safest for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as those who are breastfeeding, to avoid using this medication. Children under the age of 2 should not take this medication. Certain medications, such as theophylline, cimetidine, praziquantel, dexamethasone, ritonavir, phenytoin, carbamazepine, and phenobarbital, may interact with this medication and affect each other's efficacy, so they should not be taken together. Patients with liver or kidney issues should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. If symptoms such as red spots or rashes on the skin, severe nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, or dizziness occur while taking this medication, stop immediately and consult medical personnel. Occasionally, allergic reactions such as fever, generalized rash, itching, or hives may occur, and if these symptoms appear, consult a doctor immediately. Temporary hair loss may occur, which is reversible. This medication should only be used after confirming that one is not pregnant, and extra caution is particularly necessary in early pregnancy. Animal studies have confirmed that this medication can harm the fetus, therefore women who may become pregnant should use effective contraception during and for 3 days after treatment with this medication. This medication may occasionally affect blood test results, resulting in decreased white blood cell counts or elevated liver function tests, so regular testing may be necessary. In case of overdose, treatment may be required according to symptoms along with general supportive care. When treating brain parasitic infections in certain regions with this medication, neurological symptoms may appear, so if abnormal symptoms occur after taking, consult medical personnel immediately. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in a dry and cool place away from direct sunlight. Moreover, to maintain quality, do not transfer this medication to another container and be careful not to misuse or abuse it.

• Mucocutaneous syndrome
• erythema multiforme
• nausea
• vomiting
• heartburn
• diarrhea
• upper abdominal or abdominal pain
• headache
• dizziness
• fever

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. The recommended storage temperature is between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage helps to maintain the medication's efficacy.

Appearance

White to grayish-white round film-coated tablet

Package unit

1 tablet/PTP, 2 tablets/PTP, 4 tablets/PTP