Combantrin A 200 mg Suspension 10 mL

Combantrin A 200 mg Suspension 10 mL is a prescription anthelmintic medicine containing albendazole 200 mg in each 10 mL bottle. It is used to treat certain worm and parasitic infections in the intestines and, in some cases, outside the intestine depending on the infection type and medical advice. As an albendazole suspension, it is a liquid form that can be easier to measure and swallow than tablets, especially for children or adults who have trouble swallowing pills. This product should be used only when a clinician has identified the infection and chosen this specific strength.

How it works: Albendazole in Combantrin A 200 mg Suspension 10 mL blocks the worms from using sugar and other nutrients they need to survive. As the parasites lose energy, they die and are passed out of the body, while the liquid suspension makes it easier to take the medicine in a measured dose.

Combantrin A 200 mg Suspension 10 mL is a lower-dose liquid strength that can be useful when a smaller, carefully measured albendazole dose is needed or when a suspension is preferred over tablets. Compared with higher-strength albendazole products, this 200 mg suspension may be easier to adjust for patient-specific dosing, but it still needs a doctor’s guidance because the right dose depends on the worm infection being treated. Because it is a suspension, it may also be easier to swallow and measure accurately with a dosing device.

• Intestinal worm infections
• Pinworm infection
• Roundworm infection
• Hookworm infection
• Whipworm infection
• Other albendazole-treated parasitic infections as prescribed

• Shake Combantrin A 200 mg Suspension 10 mL well before each dose so the medicine is evenly mixed.
• Measure the dose carefully with an oral syringe or dosing spoon; do not guess the amount.
• Take it exactly as your doctor prescribes; some infections need a single dose, while others need repeated doses.
• It is usually taken with food, and a fatty meal may help albendazole work better for some infections.
• Swallow the suspension by mouth; do not mix it into a full bottle or cup unless your pharmacist or doctor says it is okay.
• If a dose is missed, take it when remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose—do not double up without medical advice.

Each bottle of Combantrin A 200 mg Suspension 10 mL provides 200 mg of albendazole in a liquid form. The dosing schedule can vary a lot by infection, and the doctor decides whether it is taken once, repeated later, or used for several days; there is no one universal daily maximum for every use. This lower 200 mg strength is meant for carefully prescribed dosing, so follow the exact directions on the prescription label.

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
• Vomiting
• Temporary diarrhea
• Mild increase in tiredness

• Combantrin A 200 mg Suspension 10 mL should be used only when a healthcare professional has confirmed the infection and dose.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, because albendazole can affect the liver and may need monitoring.
• Pregnancy is an important warning with albendazole; do not use it unless your doctor says the benefit outweighs the risk.
• If you are breastfeeding, ask your clinician first before using this suspension.
• Use caution if you need to drive or do tasks requiring alertness, especially if you feel dizzy.
• Tell your doctor about any history of low blood counts or bone marrow problems.
• Alcohol is best avoided if your clinician advises liver monitoring or if you have liver concerns.

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Store Combantrin A 200 mg Suspension 10 mL at room temperature, tightly closed, and protect it from heat and moisture; keep it out of reach of children.