Ingredient

Albendazole

Albendazole is an anti-parasitic agent used for the treatment of parasitic infections.

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MFDS ingredient code M081226

What does it do?

Albendazole is a drug that belongs to the class of anti-parasitics used to kill or expel parasites. It is mainly used for the treatment of various intestinal parasitic infections such as ascariasis, trichuriasis, and strongyloidiasis.

Albendazole works by disrupting the energy production in the cells of parasites, preventing them from surviving. This helps to kill the parasites or facilitate their expulsion from the body.

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Good to know

Albendazole is effective against several types of parasites, and unlike other anti-parasitics, it is used for a wide range of parasitic infections. It is also characterized by its conversion into an active form within the body.

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Questions about this ingredient

  • QHow do dewormers eliminate parasites?

    Albendazole functions by converting to its active form within the body, which disrupts energy production within parasitic cells. Parasites unable to produce energy will not survive, which ultimately helps to kill them or expel them from the body.

    Answers 1 · 2026.09.14

  • QWhat kind of parasites is Albendazole used for?

    Albendazole is an ingredient from the anthelmintic class used to treat various intestinal parasitic infections, including roundworms, whipworms, and hookworms. It is characterized by being effective against multiple types of parasites, making it suitable for use in broad-spectrum parasitic infections. The method of administration varies by product, so please check the product information or ask a pharmacist.

    Answers 1 · 2026.09.14

For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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