Albakil Tablet (Albendazole)

Adult dose

Adults and children aged 24 months or older should take the following doses 1) Pinworm: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To achieve eradication, take 400 mg of this medication once more, 7 days later. 2) Ascaris, hookworm, whipworm, and American hookworm: Take a single dose of 400 mg of this medication. 3) Strongyloides infection with other parasites (tapeworm) and severe mixed infections: Take 400 mg of this medication once daily for 3 days. - If swallowing is difficult, the medication may be chewed or taken with a small amount of water. No special measures, such as fasting or using a laxative, are necessary (for tablets and chewable tablets only). - Check for treatment response 3 weeks after treatment; if the infection has not been cured, a second course may be given as appropriate.

Child dose

Children aged 24 months and older may take the same dosage as adults.

This medication contains the artificial sweetener aspartame, which breaks down into phenylalanine in the body. Therefore, patients with phenylketonuria, a hereditary condition that requires limiting phenylalanine intake, should not take this medication. You should be careful not to exceed the maximum daily allowable amount of aspartame, which should not be more than 2.4g per day for adults. Additionally, individuals with allergic reactions to this medication or its components should avoid taking it, as well as pregnant or potentially pregnant women and nursing mothers. It is also deemed safe for children under the age of 2 not to use this medication. Since this medication contains lactose, it should not be taken by those with genetic disorders such as galactose intolerance, lactose enzyme deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. During the use of this medication, it should not be taken with certain other drugs. For example, the metabolism of theophylline may be inhibited when taken with this medication, and cimetidine, praziquantel, and dexamethasone may increase the blood concentration of this medication. Conversely, ritonavir, phenytoin, carbamazepine, and phenobarbital may reduce the blood concentration of this medication, so caution is required. Individuals with liver or kidney function issues must consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. Also, if you have allergies or hypersensitivity to the color additive Yellow No. 5 in this medication, it should be used with caution. If any unusual symptoms such as skin rash, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, or dizziness occur during usage, you should stop taking the medication immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Rarely, symptoms such as fever, itching, or hair loss may appear, so caution is warranted. Women who may become pregnant should confirm their pregnancy before taking this medication and should only begin administration if they are within the first 10 days of their menstrual cycle or have received a negative pregnancy test. Animal studies have shown cases of fetal damage, and it is safer not to use this medication during pregnancy. Effective contraception must be used for the duration of administration and for 3 days after the last dose. This medication can affect blood test results, potentially leading to a decrease in white blood cell count or an increase in liver enzyme levels, so regular testing may be necessary. In case of overdose, treatment appropriate to the symptoms, such as gastric lavage, will be necessary. In patients treated for neurocysticercosis, neurological symptoms may occur, hence careful monitoring is essential. Finally, this medication should be stored out of the reach of children, avoiding direct sunlight and keeping it in a cool, dry place. It should not be transferred to other containers to prevent misuse or abuse.

• Skin and mucous membrane syndrome
• erythema multiforme
• nausea
• vomiting
• heartburn
• diarrhea
• upper abdominal or abdominal pain
• headache
• dizziness
• fever

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, preferably at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing in this manner helps to maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer time.

Appearance

Light orange rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

Box - 2 tablets/PTP, Box - 6 tablets/PTP, Box - 10 tablets/PTP, Bottle - 100 tablets/bottle