Albendazole

Uses 

Tapeworm, roundworm, and pinworm infections are the most common parasitic worm infections treated with Albendazole.

Among the worm illnesses treated with medication containing this salt are as follows:

Hydatid Illness

The larval form of Echinococcus granulosus, also known as Cystic echinococcosis, causes this worm infection. The worm is frequently referred to as a dog tapeworm. The illness mainly affects the liver and results in nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain.

Neurocysticercosis

Taenia solium, the pig tapeworm, is the parasite that causes the worm infection. Cysts are caused by the worm's entry into the brain. Seizures and severe headaches are the results.

Migrant Cutaneous Larvae

It is a hookworm infection of the intestines. The hookworm can lead to lesions on the feet and behind, itching rashes, respiratory problems, digestive problems, Anemia, and Gastrointestinal disorders.

Ascariasis

Intense abdominal pain brought on by roundworms results from the worm infestation. Coughing, intestinal obstruction, and slowed growth in kids can all be additional signs of this illness.

Filariasis, Strongyloidiasis, and Capillariasis are other worm illnesses you can treat with Albendazole.

How does Albendazole work?

Antihelminthic medication like Albendazole alters the worm's guts and ultimately degenerates it.

It inhibits the worms' ability to absorb sugar, which lowers their energy level.

The parasite becomes immobile as a result of its energy output decreasing.

Thus, it eventually results in the worms dying while also treating your infection.

Dosage

Oral pills of Albendazole are readily available. It should be taken once or twice a day, preferably with meals or as prescribed by your doctor.

You can eat Albendazole salt-containing tablets with a glass of water.

Your doctor could advise you to take this medication for 28 days as part of a therapy cycle for Hydatid illness. Be sure to adhere to your doctor's advice.

The Albendazole dosage is determined by your weight, the severity of your illness, and how well you respond to treatment.

To reap the most significant benefits from this drug, take it as your healthcare provider recommends.

Albendazole side effects

An FDA-approved medication for treating parasitic worm infections is Albendazole. Some side effects could result from not taking the medication as directed by the doctor. You might experience any of the following side effects:

• Heat and chills
• Sore throat
• Seizure
• Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, headaches
• Difficulties with your vision or eye pain

How can side effects be handled?

Albendazole has mild adverse effects. You can treat it with simple procedures.

• Headaches: Rest and unwind. Rest and keep yourself hydrated
• Vomiting/nausea: Eat small meals. If your doctor recommends it to cure your motion sickness, you can take Vomistop

If you have any additional adverse effects, call your doctor right away.

Interactions

Some diseases and medicines may interact with Albendazole to cause undesirable side effects. Therefore, before taking the salt pills, you should speak with your doctor.

Drug Interactions

The following medicines may interact with the Albendazole antiparasitic salt:

Carbamazepine
Drugs for treating Epilepsy include Phenytoin
Medications that treat Schizophrenia including Clozapine

Disease Interactions

Some disorders may interact with the salt used in antiparasitic medications.

Therefore, before taking the prescription, let your doctor know about your medical history. The conditions that Albendazole interacts with include:

• Myelosuppression: Low blood count and bone marrow depression
• Liver conditions
• Seizures
• Chronic kidney disease

Food Interactions

The effectiveness of the antiparasitic medication is reduced when taken on an empty stomach.

Storage

Keep this medication out of the reach of children and tightly closed in the original container. Keep it at normal temperature, away from extreme heat and moisture sources.

Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
It is an excellent remedy for illnesses brought on by several worm species.	Albendazole might have negative consequences on the body if it is not taken as directed by the doctor.
It may be swallowed whole, crushed, and combined with food, or it may be chewed.	The liver and kidneys may not operate as they should in cases of overdose.
It is a drug that can be used safely on both adults and children.

Similar Salts

Ivermectin is another salt that functions like Albendazole.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should not take Albendazole?

Pills containing Albendazole should be taken when the doctor recommends it.
People allergic to this salt and those with a history of liver or renal disease shouldn't take it.

How quickly does Albendazole work?

Most of the time, it takes three days after taking a medication for one to start feeling its effects. The severity of the symptoms affects how well Albendazole works to treat parasitic infections.

Do worms come out after taking Albendazole?

The way Albendazole works are by eradicating the worms infecting the body. Following therapy with antiparasitic salt, the body excretes dying worms.

Can I take Albendazole at night?

Yes, taking Albendazole at night after meals is safe. However, you must follow your doctor's advice when taking medication.

Can Albendazole be taken for three days?

Yes, three days is often the suggested dose for minor parasite infections. However, heed your physician's recommendations to manage your parasite infection properly.

Is Albendazole safe for humans?

It is a medication that has received FDA approval to treat parasitic worm infestations.

Can I take Albendazole daily?

Yes, daily ingestion is part of the Albendazole treatment plan. For optimal treatment, kindly adhere entirely to your doctor's recommendations.

When is the best time to take Albendazole?

Albendazole should be taken as directed by your doctor and with food. Depending on the severity of your infection, the doctor may advise one or two doses each day. Please do not take the salt-containing pills on an empty stomach; instead, take them with food.

Is Albendazole an antifungal?

Albendazole is an antiparasitic salt but has a minimal antifungal effect. The salt's antifungal qualities are still being researched, but the FDA has approved it for treating worm diseases.

What foods should be avoided with Albendazole?

Do not consume grapefruits and grapefruit juice with Albendazole. It could lessen the antiparasitic salt's effectiveness and increase its adverse effects.