Altec (Zee Labs) 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Altec (Zee Labs) is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Altec (Zee Labs) safe for pregnant women?
Altec (Zee Labs) can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Altec (Zee Labs) safe during breastfeeding?
Altec (Zee Labs) has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Altec (Zee Labs) on the Kidneys?
Altec (Zee Labs) has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Altec (Zee Labs) on the Liver?
Altec (Zee Labs) may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Altec (Zee Labs) on the Heart?
Altec (Zee Labs) has very mild side effects on the heart.
Altec (Zee Labs) 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 Altec (Zee Labs) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Altec (Zee Labs) habit forming or addictive?
Altec (Zee Labs) can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Altec (Zee Labs) since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Altec (Zee Labs) does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Altec (Zee Labs) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Altec (Zee Labs)
Taking Altec (Zee Labs) with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Altec (Zee Labs)
Taking Altec (Zee Labs) and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to 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.
Altec (Zee Labs) 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, Altec (Zee Labs) 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.
Altec (Zee Labs) is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called anthelmintic. It is used to treat neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.
Yes, Altec (Zee Labs) causes constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the 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