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About Albex Suspension

Albendazole is used to treat neurocysticercosis, an infection of the nervous system caused by pork tapeworms. This medicine is also used to treat cystic hydatid disease of the liver, lung, and peritoneum, an infection caused by dog tapeworms.

Uses of Albex Suspension

Albendazole is used in the treatment of Parasitic infections.

Medicinal Benefits of Albex Suspension

Albendazole is an antiparasitic medication. It works by keeping the worms from absorbing sugar (glucose), thereby depleting their energy level. This causes the worms to die and treats your infection.

Directions for Use

The dose is usually 400 milligrams (mg) 2 times a day, taken with meals, for 8 to 30 days. Adults and children weighing less than 60 kg—Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The dose is usually 15 mg per kg of body weight per day, divided into 2 doses, taken with meals, for 8 to 30 days.

Side Effects of Albex Suspension

Vomiting, Dizziness, Increased liver enzymes, Nausea, Loss of appetite

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Albendazole may harm an unborn baby. Use effective birth control while taking albendazole and for at least 3 days after your last dose.

Drug-Drug Interaction:

Albendazole has no known severe interactions with other drugs. Albendazole has no known serious interactions with other drugs.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

This medication may cause liver problems. Because drinking alcohol increases the risk of liver problems, limit alcoholic beverages while using this medication. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

PREGNANCY

This drug should not be used in pregnant women except in clinical circumstances where no alternative management is appropriate. Patients should avoid pregnancy until at least 1 month after stopping therapy. If a patient becomes pregnant while taking this drug, it should be discontinued immediately.