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Abz Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Secondary and off-label uses of Abz Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Abz Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Abz Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Abz Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Abz Tablet 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.
In addition, Abz Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Abz Tablet related warnings talks about Abz Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Abz Tablet 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Abz Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Abz Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Abz Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Abz 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 Abz Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Abz has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Abz without medical advice.
Is the use of Abz Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Abz has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Abz Tablet on the Kidneys?
Abz may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Abz Tablet on the Liver?
Use of Abz may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Abz Tablet on the Heart?
Abz is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Abz Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Abz Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Abz Tablet can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Abz Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Abz Tablet is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Abz Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Abz Tablet
It is safe to take Abz Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Abz Tablet
Drinking alcohol while taking Abz Tablet may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Abz 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.
Yes, Abz may cause hair loss. It is reversible, may grow back after stopping the medicine. However, if you experience hair loss after consuming medicine, immediately inform a doctor and follow his/her instruction.
Yes, Abz 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.
Abz is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called anthelmintic. It is used to treat neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.
No, Abz is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
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