Albenza
Albendazole tablets for neurocysticercosis and hydatid disease. It disrupts the internal structure of the parasite's cells, starving it of nutrients.
- Category
- Antiparasitics
- Active ingredient
- Albendazole
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 400mg
Albenza is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
Supply requirements for Albenza depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.
Albenza details
- Conditions
- Neurocysticercosis · Hydatid Disease
- Alternative names
- albendazole
- Therapeutic class
- Anthelmintic
- Pharmacological class
- Benzimidazole
- Known off-label uses
- ascariasis; hookworm infection
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to albendazole; pregnancy
- Minor side effects
- headache; nausea; vomiting
- Moderate side effects
- elevated liver enzymes; alopecia; fever
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Onset Time
- 2–4 hours
- Duration
- 8–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Dexamethasone; Praziquantel; Cimetidine
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults and children.
Serious side effects
pancytopenia, requires immediate medical attention; severe hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Albendazole tablets for neurocysticercosis and hydatid disease. It disrupts the internal structure of the parasite's cells, starving it of nutrients.
Mechanism of action
Causes degenerative alterations in the intestinal cells of the parasite by binding to colchicine-sensitive site of tubulin.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Do not use in pregnant women unless no alternative exists. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
What you will receive
Albenza names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Albendazole at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.