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Aben Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Other than this, Aben Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Aben Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Aben Tablet include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Aben Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Aben Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Aben Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Aben Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Aben Tablet related warnings section.
Aben Tablet 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 Aben Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Aben Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Aben Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Aben Tablet 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Aben Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Aben. If you are pregnant, do not take Aben without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Aben Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Aben may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Aben Tablet on the Kidneys?
Aben may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Aben Tablet on the Liver?
Effects of Aben on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Aben Tablet on the Heart?
Aben is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aben Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aben Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Aben Tablet. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Aben Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Aben Tablet is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Aben Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aben Tablet
Taking Aben Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aben Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Aben Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
No, you can not buy Aben over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Aben is broad-spectrum anthelmintic. It has a multidimensional mechanism of action. It mainly works by inhibiting the cell division, motility disruption, glycogen depletion, and tubulin. Hence, in this way, it kills the parasite.
Yes, Aben can be taken with an antibiotic. No harmful interaction have been reported. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. It is best to consult your doctor before taking this medicine with an antibiotic.
Yes, Aben is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, dizziness, diarrhea, constipation, and hepatotoxicity.
Take Aben as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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