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Abwal is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Secondary and off-label uses of Abwal have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Abwal depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Abwal include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Abwal side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Abwal go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Abwal is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Abwal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Abwal is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Abwal are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Abwal may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Abwal is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Abwal 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
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Is the use of Abwal safe for pregnant women?
Abwal shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Abwal safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Abwal on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Abwal on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Abwal on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Abwal on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Abwal on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Abwal on the Heart?
Abwal may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Abwal 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 Abwal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Abwal habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Abwal can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Abwal as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Abwal, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Abwal is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Abwal
Taking Abwal with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Abwal
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Abwal are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Take Abwal as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Abwal should be taken with a meal, especially with a fatty meal which helps in absorption of a drug. Preferably taken at night which helps, your worm will come out with feces. However, take it exactly as your doctor recommended you to take it.
No, you can not buy Abwal 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.
Abwal 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.
Abwal is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called anthelmintic. It is used to treat neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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