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Hydatid Disease

Hydatid disease is caused by dog tapeworms and leads to cysts forming in the liver, lungs, spleen, kidneys, or sometimes the brain. It is a serious illness that can sometimes be fatal.

Albenza

Albendazole

400mg

Albendazole tablets for neurocysticercosis and hydatid disease. It disrupts the internal structure of the parasite's cells, starving it of nutrients.

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Key points

  • A cyst that ruptures during surgery can spread the disease further, so removal requires careful technique alongside medicine.
  • Hydatid cysts can grow slowly over years before causing noticeable symptoms.

Medicines listed for Hydatid Disease

The listed product for hydatid disease is Albenza, which contains Albendazole in 400mg tablets. This antiparasitic works by disrupting the internal structure of the parasite’s cells, starving it of nutrients.

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