Aldol 400 mg Tablet

Aldol 400 mg Tablet is an anthelmintic medicine that contains 400 mg of albendazole in each tablet. It is used to treat certain worm infections by killing susceptible parasites in the body. This prescription-strength anti-worm tablet is used for intestinal and some tissue parasite infections, depending on the diagnosis and treatment plan. Aldol 400 mg Tablet should be taken only as directed by a healthcare professional.

How it works: Albendazole works by blocking the worms’ ability to absorb sugar, which they need for energy. With this tablet form, the medicine is swallowed and absorbed through the digestive tract, then reaches the parasites to help stop their growth and lead to their death.

Aldol 400 mg Tablet is a full-dose tablet strength, so it is not a low starting dose to self-adjust on your own. Because it contains 400 mg of albendazole in one tablet, a doctor may choose it for adult and older pediatric patients who need a standard, easy-to-count tablet dose rather than a smaller-strength form. The right schedule can differ by infection, so the 400 mg tablet may be taken once, repeated, or used for several days depending on the parasite being treated.

• Roundworm infections
• Pinworm infections
• Hookworm infections
• Whipworm infections
• Certain tapeworm infections
• Selected tissue parasite infections as prescribed

• Swallow the Aldol 400 mg Tablet with water unless your prescriber tells you otherwise.
• Take it with food, especially a fatty meal, because food can improve absorption of albendazole.
• Do not take extra tablets to make up for a missed dose unless your doctor instructs you to.
• Follow the exact timing your prescriber gives you; some infections are treated with a single dose, while others need repeated doses or a multi-day course.
• If the tablet is difficult to swallow, ask your pharmacist whether it can be split or crushed for your specific prescription.
• Wash hands well and follow hygiene measures to reduce reinfection, especially with pinworm.

Each Aldol 400 mg Tablet provides 400 mg of albendazole per tablet. How often it is taken depends on the infection being treated; some regimens use 400 mg once, while others use 400 mg repeated daily or on specific days for a limited course. The maximum daily amount and total duration are determined by the doctor, since the correct dose for this 400 mg strength varies by diagnosis, age, and body weight.

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

Common side effects of Albendazole may include:

• Nausea
• Stomach pain or cramping
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea
• Temporary raised liver tests
• Loss of appetite

• Use only if prescribed, because this is a higher-strength albendazole tablet and the dosing depends on the exact parasite infection.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, because albendazole can affect liver function.
• Blood counts and liver tests may be needed during longer treatment courses.
• Avoid alcohol if your clinician advises, since liver irritation can be a concern.
• Tell your prescriber if you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
• Use caution if you have a history of bone marrow problems or low blood counts.
• If you develop severe dizziness or feel unwell after taking the tablet, avoid driving until you know how you react.

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