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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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Azole safe for pregnant women?
Azole has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Azole without medical advice.
Is the use of Azole safe during breastfeeding?
Azole has been seen to have minimal side effects on 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?
There may be severe side effects of Azole on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Azole on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Azole on the heart have been reported.
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?
Yes, Azole can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Azole since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Azole is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azole cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Azole
You can take Azole with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azole
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
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