Albend 400 Tablet

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Composition FOR Albend 400mg Tablet

Albendazole(400mg)

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lactation interaction for Albend Tablet

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Albend 400 Tablet should be taken with or after food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Albend 400 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Albend 400 Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
UNSAFE
Albend 400 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE

SALT INFORMATION FOR Albend 400mg Tablet

Albendazole(400mg)

Albend tablet uses

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How albend tablet works

Albend 400 Tablet is an antiparasitic medication. It works by keeping the worms from absorbing sugar (glucose), thereby depleting their energy level. This causes the worms to die and treats your infection.

Common side effects of albend tablet

Abnormal liver function tests, Abdominal pain, Nausea, Vomiting, Hair loss, Headache, Dizziness, Vertigo, Fever, Increased intracranial pressure

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Expert advice FOR Albend Tablet

  • Albendazole can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Albendazole.
  • Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
  • Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
  • Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.

Frequently asked questions FOR Albend 400mg Tablet

Albendazole

Q. What is Albend 400 Tablet used for?
Albend 400 Tablet is an anthelmintic (anti-worm) medication used to treat various parasitic infections. It is commonly prescribed for intestinal worm infections such as roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and pinworms. It helps in killing and eliminating these parasites from the body, thereby clearing the infection and restoring gut health.
Q. How does Albend 400 Tablet work?
Albend 400 Tablet works by killing the larva and the adult form of the worm by reducing the energy source (glucose) of the worms. This helps to decrease the mobility of the worms, and they die eventually.
Q. What is the best time to take Albend 400 Tablet?
Albend 400 Tablet should be taken exactly as advised by the doctor. Do not self-medicate. However, it may be given once or twice a day, depending on the condition you are being treated for. It may be taken in the morning or evening. Albend 400 Tablet should be taken with food.
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Q. Does Albend 400 Tablet kill the eggs of the worms?
No, Albend 400 Tablet does not kill the eggs of the worms. It acts against the larva and the adult form of the worms only. You may have to take a second dose two weeks later to lessen the chances of reinfection. Albend 400 Tablet should be taken only as advised by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.
Q. Is Albend 400 Tablet safe?
Albend 400 Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any doses. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. Is Albend 400 Tablet effective for treating pinworms?
Yes, Albend 400 Tablet is an effective medicine that is used for the treatment of pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis). It shows active action against the larval and adult stages of the worms. Consult your doctor before taking any medicines for worm infections.
Q. Is Albend 400 Tablet an over the counter product?
No, Albend 400 Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is a prescription medicine, which means it can be bought with a valid prescription by a doctor only.
Q. Does Albend 400 Tablet kill tapeworms?
Albend 400 Tablet can work against tapeworms like Hymenolepis nana and Taenia spp. Please consult your doctor before taking any medicine for worm infestations.
Q. Who should not take Albend 400 Tablet?
Albend 400 Tablet should not be given to patients with a known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine or any other similar medicines like mebendazole or thiabendazole in the past. Signs of an allergic reaction may include an itchy skin rash, shortness of breath, and swelling of the face or tongue. Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions before taking the medicine. Also, let your doctor know about any other medicines that you may be taking for any other conditions, as they may affect or be affected by this medicine.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Albend 400 Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Albend 400 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one, as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 April, 2026, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBA, MBBS)