Boryung Albendazole Tablets

Adult dose

1) Pinworm: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To eradicate the infection, take another 400 mg dose of this medicine once, 7 days later. 2) Ascaris, hookworm, whipworm, American hookworm: Take a single 400 mg dose of this medicine. 3) Strongyloides with other parasites (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 fasting or use of a laxative, are necessary (applies to tablets and chewable tablets only). - If the infection has not been cured when examined 3 weeks after treatment, a second course may be given as appropriate.

Child dose

Children aged 24 months and older 1) Pinworm: Take 400 mg of albendazole once daily. To eradicate the infection, take another 400 mg dose of this medicine once, 7 days later. 2) Ascaris, hookworm, whipworm, American hookworm: Take a single 400 mg dose of this medicine. 3) Strongyloides with other parasites (tapeworms) and severe mixed infections: Take 400 mg of this medicine once daily for 3 days.

This medicine contains the artificial sweetener aspartame, which is converted to phenylalanine in the body. Therefore, individuals with the genetic disorder phenylketonuria should not take this medicine. The daily allowable amount of aspartame is limited to less than 40 mg per kg of body weight, so for a 60 kg adult, the maximum daily dose can be up to 2.4 g. This medicine should not be used by individuals who are hypersensitive to it, pregnant or possibly pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children under 2 years old. Additionally, this medicine contains lactose, and should not be administered to patients with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. It is advisable not to take this medication with certain medications. For example, theophylline metabolism may be inhibited when taken with this medicine, while cimetidine, praziquantel, and dexamethasone can increase the blood concentration of this medicine. On the other hand, ritonavir, phenytoin, carbamazepine, and phenobarbital may decrease the blood concentration of this medicine, so caution is needed. Patients with liver or kidney dysfunction should consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine. This medicine also contains a colorant known as Yellow No. 5, so caution should be exercised in individuals allergic to this ingredient. If any allergic symptoms such as red spots, rashes, itching, or hives occur during usage, immediately discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional. Symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache, and dizziness may occur, so it is important to consult a specialist in such cases. This medication may temporarily induce hair loss, so please inform healthcare professionals if such symptoms occur. Women of childbearing potential should confirm their pregnancy status before taking this medicine, and it is advisable to avoid use during early pregnancy. Additionally, effective contraception should be used during the treatment period and for 3 days after the last dose. This medicine may sometimes affect blood test results, possibly causing a decrease in white blood cell count or an increase in liver enzyme levels, so regular testing may be necessary. In cases of overdose, symptomatic treatment and general supportive care such as gastric lavage may be required. Especially in areas with a high incidence of tapeworm infections, taking this medicine may lead to neurological symptoms such as seizures or headaches due to the death of intracranial parasites, so if such symptoms occur, consult a healthcare professional immediately. This medicine should be kept out of reach of children, stored in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight, and used carefully to avoid misuse or abuse.

• Skin-mucosal syndrome
• erythema multiforme
• nausea
• vomiting
• heartburn
• diarrhea
• upper abdominal or abdominal pain
• headache
• dizziness
• fever

Drug interactions

This medicine should not be taken with theophylline, cimetidine, praziquantel, dexamethasone, ritonavir, phenytoin, carbamazepine, or phenobarbital.

This medicine should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air from entering, at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

Pale orange rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

2 tablets/box (2 tablets/PTP x 1), 4 tablets/box (2 tablets/PTP x 2)