Incom Tablet (Albendazole)

Adult dose

1) Pinworm: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To eradicate the infection, take another 400 mg of this medicine once, 7 days later. 2) Roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, and American hookworm: Take a single dose of 400 mg of this medicine. 3) Strongyloidiasis with other parasites (tapeworm) or 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 use of a laxative, are necessary (tablets and chewable tablets only). - Perform an examination 3 weeks after treatment; if the infection has not been cured, a second course may be given as appropriate.

Child dose

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

This medication contains aspartame, an artificial sweetener, which converts to a substance called phenylalanine in the body. Therefore, patients with a genetic disorder known as phenylketonuria should not use this medication. The daily intake of aspartame should not exceed the WHO recommended levels, with a maximum of 2.4 grams per day for adults. This medication should not be taken by individuals who have a history of allergies or hypersensitivity to specific ingredients. Pregnant women, women who may become pregnant, and breastfeeding women should also refrain from using this medication. Additionally, it is prohibited for children under 2 years of age. Since this medication contains lactose, patients with genetic conditions such as galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. During treatment with this medication, it should not be used in combination with certain drugs. For instance, theophylline may interfere with the metabolism of this medication, and cimetidine, praziquantel, or dexamethasone may increase the blood concentration of this medication. Conversely, ritonavir, phenytoin, carbamazepine, and phenobarbital may decrease the blood concentration of this medication, so these should not be taken together. Patients with liver or kidney problems should consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medication. Additionally, this medication contains a dye called yellow number 5, so individuals with allergies or hypersensitivity to this ingredient should exercise caution. If any symptoms such as red spots or rashes, itching, or hives occur during treatment, stop using the medication immediately and consult a healthcare provider. Symptoms like nausea, vomiting, heartburn, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, and dizziness may also occur, so caution is advised. Rarely, hypersensitivity reactions such as fever or systemic erythema have been reported, and temporary hair loss may occur. It is especially important not to use this medication during early pregnancy, and women who may become pregnant should wait to start taking it until within 10 days of the start of their menstrual period or after a negative pregnancy test. In animal studies, the possibility of fetal damage has been reported, so effective contraception is advised during the period of medication use and for 3 days after the last dose. Blood test results may temporarily change during treatment, with a possible decrease in white blood cell count or elevation of liver enzyme levels, so regular blood tests may be necessary. In the case of overdose, symptomatic treatment such as gastric lavage may be required, and patients treated for central nervous system parasitic infections while on this medication should be closely monitored for neurological symptoms. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, stored in a dry and cool place protected from direct sunlight. It should not be transferred to another container to prevent misuse or abuse.

Mucous membrane skin syndrome, erythema multiforme, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, diarrhea, upper abdominal or abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, fever, systemic 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

Do not take this medication in combination with theophylline, cimetidine, praziquantel, dexamethasone, ritonavir, phenytoin, carbamazepine, or phenobarbital.

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air from entering, and it is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Pale orange rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

2 tablets/PTP