Abendol 400 mg Tablet

Abendol 400 mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medicine that contains 400 mg of albendazole in each tablet. It belongs to the anthelmintic, or anti-worm, class and is used to treat certain worm infections in the intestine and, in some cases, other parasitic infections as prescribed. Abendol 400 mg Tablet is taken by mouth and is used only when a clinician has identified the parasite and decided that albendazole is appropriate. This exact 400 mg tablet is a full-strength adult-type dose unit, so it is not just a mild maintenance strength.

How it works: Albendazole works by stopping the parasite from absorbing sugar and forming the structures it needs to survive. With Abendol 400 mg Tablet, the medicine is swallowed as a tablet and then acts inside the body to help kill susceptible worms.

Abendol 400 mg Tablet provides 400 mg of albendazole in one tablet, which is a commonly used treatment strength for many parasite infections. Because there are no other strengths or forms listed for this brand, this tablet represents the product’s standard dosing unit rather than a lower-step version. A doctor may choose this strength when a single 400 mg dose or a 400 mg-per-dose regimen is appropriate for the infection being treated.

• Treatment of certain intestinal worm infections
• Pinworm infection
• Roundworm infection
• Hookworm infection
• Whipworm infection
• Other albendazole-treated parasitic infections prescribed by a doctor

• Swallow the Abendol 400 mg Tablet with water unless your prescriber gives different instructions.
• Take it with food, especially a fatty meal, because food can improve absorption of albendazole.
• Follow the exact schedule your doctor gives; some infections need one 400 mg dose, while others need repeated doses.
• If a repeat dose is prescribed, take it on the same days and at the same time each day.
• Do not crush or split the tablet unless your pharmacist or doctor tells you it is safe to do so.
• Wash hands well and follow hygiene advice to reduce the chance of reinfection, especially with pinworms.

Each Abendol 400 mg Tablet contains 400 mg of albendazole. Depending on the parasite and the patient, a doctor may prescribe a single dose, a twice-daily regimen, or another schedule, and the total daily amount must be set by the prescriber. Do not take more than the prescribed number of 400 mg tablets in one day.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Albendazole may include:

• Stomach pain or cramps
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Temporary changes in liver tests, which may be more likely with repeated 400 mg dosing

• Do not use Abendol 400 mg Tablet if you are allergic to albendazole or other benzimidazole medicines.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are planning pregnancy; albendazole can harm an unborn baby.
• Use caution if you have liver disease, because this strength may need monitoring or dose adjustment.
• Your doctor may check blood counts or liver function if treatment is repeated or prolonged.
• Avoid taking it without food unless your prescriber specifically instructs you to do so, because absorption may be reduced.
• Tell your clinician about all other medicines, especially seizure medicines and steroids.
• Use extra hygiene measures around the household if treating pinworms to help prevent reinfection.

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Store Abendol 400 mg Tablet at room temperature in the original strip or box, away from moisture and heat.