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Azole, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Other than this, Azole has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Azole. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Azole are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Azole side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Azole normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Azole has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Azole related warnings talks about Azole's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Azole is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Azole have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Azole have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Azole, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Azole is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Azole safe for pregnant women?
Azole shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Azole safe during breastfeeding?
Azole may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Azole on the Kidneys?
Azole rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azole on the Liver?
Azole can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Azole on the Heart?
Azole may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Azole should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azole unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azole habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Azole. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Azole does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Azole does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Azole for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azole
Taking Azole with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azole
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Azole at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Azole is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Azole is a brand name of albendazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called anthelmintics. It is used to treat infection caused by parasites such as roundworms, hookworms, pinworms, and threadworms. It is also used to treat
Yes, Azole causes diarrhea. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.
Take Azole as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Albenza® (albendazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 850-851