ABEN 150
Tablet
Dose Type
Information
ABEN 150 is brand name of Albendazole 150mg. It works by killing the worms that cause infections and stops the infection from spreading. This medicne is used for the treatment of parasitic worm infections.
Therapeutic Class
Antihelmintics
Dose and Direction of Use
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Take with food.
Albendazole doses are based on weight (especially in children and teenagers). Your dose needs may change if you gain or lose weight.
Mode of Action
Albendazole is a broad spectrum anti-helminthic. The principal mode of action for albendazole is by its inhibitory effect on tubulin polymerization which results in the loss of cytoplasmic microtubules in the intestines of nematodes worms, ultimately causing energy depletion and death of the organism.
Uses
Treat certain infections caused by worms such as pork tapeworm and dog tapeworm.
Contraindications
Don't use this medicine if you have:
- Hypersensitivity to this medicine
Precautions and Warning
- Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or breast feeding woman before taking this medicine to understand the risk and benefit ratio.
- Talk to your doctor about past medical history like kidney problem, heart problem or liver problem before taking this medicine
- Don't double the dose for the missed one.
- Complete the prescribed dose and duration of medicine. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
