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Albedol Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Albedol Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Albedol Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Albedol Tablet include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Albedol Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Albedol Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Albedol Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Albedol Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Albedol Tablet related warnings section.
Albedol Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Albedol Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Albedol Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Albedol Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Albedol Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Albedol Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Albedol Tablet should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Albedol Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Albedol Tablet on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Albedol Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Albedol Tablet on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Albedol Tablet on the Liver?
Effects of Albedol Tablet on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Albedol Tablet on the Heart?
Albedol Tablet has very mild side effects on the heart.
Albedol Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Albedol Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Albedol Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Albedol Tablet cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Albedol Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Albedol Tablet does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Albedol Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Albedol Tablet
Taking Albedol Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Albedol Tablet
Taking Albedol Tablet and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Albedol Tablet should be taken with a meal, especially with a fatty meal which helps in absorption of a drug. Preferably taken at night which helps, your worm will come out with feces. However, take it exactly as your doctor recommended you to take it.
Yes, Albedol Tablet causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.
Albedol Tablet is broad-spectrum anthelmintic. It has a multidimensional mechanism of action. It mainly works by inhibiting the cell division, motility disruption, glycogen depletion, and tubulin. Hence, in this way, it kills the parasite.
Yes, Albedol Tablet may cause hair loss. It is reversible, may grow back after stopping the medicine. However, if you experience hair loss after consuming medicine, immediately inform a doctor and follow his/her instruction.
Albedol Tablet is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Albenza® (albendazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 850-851