ALBENDAZOLE belongs to a group of antiparasitic drugs called 'anthelmintic' used to treat parasites worm infections like neurocysticercosis (infection caused by pork tapeworm) and cystic hydatid disease (infection caused by dog tapeworm). Additionally, ALBENDAZOLE is also used to treat infections caused by roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, flukes, and other parasites. 

ALBENDAZOLE contains ‘Albendazole’, which works by inhibiting tubulin polymerisation. This causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, which leads to its immobilisation. Thereby, ALBENDAZOLE kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection. 

Take ALBENDAZOLE as prescribed. You are advised to take ALBENDAZOLE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. You may experience certain common side effects, such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, and dizziness in some cases. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

ALBENDAZOLE might increase the chances of getting an infection; maintain proper hygiene, and try to stay away from people with infections, flu or colds. Consult your doctor if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising, as you may bleed or bruise easily while taking ALBENDAZOLE. Do not take ALBENDAZOLE if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause foetal harm. Do not breastfeed during and for a minimum of 5 days after treatment with ALBENDAZOLE. ALBENDAZOLE may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. ALBENDAZOLE can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Treatment of Parasitic worm infections

ALBENDAZOLE belongs to a group of medicines called anthelmintic used to treat worm infections such as neurocysticercosis (infection caused by pork tapeworm) and cystic hydatid disease (infection caused by dog tapeworm). ALBENDAZOLE is also used to treat infections caused by roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, flukes, and other parasites. ALBENDAZOLE is a broad-spectrum anthelmintic drug which is highly effective against a wide range of intestinal helminths, including cestodes, nematodes, and trematodes. It is also effective against tissue helminth infections like cutaneous larva migrans (parasitic skin infections). ALBENDAZOLE exhibits ovicidal, larvicidal and vermicidal activity. ALBENDAZOLE inhibits tubulin polymerisation, which causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite. This leads to the immobilisation of the parasite. Thereby, ALBENDAZOLE kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection.

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush the tablet/capsule. Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper; shake the pack well before each use. Chewable tablet: Chew the tablet completely and swallow. Do not swallow it as a whole.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Dizziness