Albendazole And Ivermectin Tablets

Albendazole And Ivermectin Tablets come under the brand name “ALGEWORM” and  belongs to the class of medications called ‘antihelmintic’ used to treat parasitic worm infections. Parasitic worm infections are intestinal worm infections that are caused by the ingestion of contaminated food and water. It can be used to treat infections caused by roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, flukes, and other parasites.

Albendazole And Ivermectin Tablets contains ‘albendazole’ and ‘ivermectin’, which work by keeping the worm from taking glucose and depleting its energy levels, leading to its immobilization. Ivermectin can kill the parasites by acting on the nervous system. It starves the worms by inducing paralysis, consequently leading them to death.

Medical Benefits

• It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used in the treatment of parasitic infections.
• It can kill the disease-causing worms and stop the spread of infection effectively.
• Albendazole interrupts the absorption of glucose by the worm leading to energy depletion.
• Ivermectin acts by paralyzing the worms, consequently leading them to death.

Directions For Use

• Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor.
• Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not break, crush or chew it.
• Please take Albendazole And Ivermectin Tablets in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor based on specific medical conditions.

Storage

• Keep it away from sunlight.
• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store in a cool and dry place.

Precautions

• Albendazole And Ivermectin Tablets may get excreted in the breast milk. So, your doctor may advise you to stop breastfeeding while taking this medicine.
• Consult doctor as it may interact with sedatives (phenobarbital and butalbital), anti-anxiety drugs (clonazepam, clozapine, and lorazepam), narcotic (sodium oxybate), anti-asthma (theophylline), and so on.
• It may interact with alcohol and worsen the condition.
• This composition is a category C drug and may cause toxic effects to the unborn baby. So, your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
• This tablet should be used in children only if clinically needed.

Side Effects

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Dizziness

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How long does this tablet take to work?

It usually improves your symptoms within 2 to 3 days after taking this medicine. however, you have to complete the course of therapy as prescribed by your doctor. If there is no improvement in your condition even after completion of the course, consult your doctor immediately.

Does this medicine affect vision?

It may cause vision problems such as blurred vision. Consult your doctor if your vision problem affects your daily activities.

Is this medicine an antibiotic?

It is not an antibiotic. It is an antihelmintic medication used to treat parasitic worm infections in the stomach and intestine.

What precautions should be taken while using this composition?

You may require regular monitoring of blood cell count and liver function during treatment with this medicine. It might increase the chances of getting an infection, so maintain proper hygiene, and try to stay away from people with infections, flu, or cold.

What are the common signs and symptoms of intestinal worm infection?

Common symptoms of intestinal worms are stomach (abdominal pain); diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting; gas formation, bloating; fatigue and unexplained weight.