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Cystobend is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Cystobend also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Cystobend is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Cystobend include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Cystobend have been listed ahead. These side effects of Cystobend 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.
Cystobend's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Cystobend has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cystobend related warnings section.
Cystobend 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 Cystobend contraindications section.
Besides this, Cystobend may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cystobend, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Cystobend 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cystobend is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cystobend safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Cystobend. If you are pregnant, do not take Cystobend without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cystobend safe during breastfeeding?
Cystobend has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cystobend on the Kidneys?
Cystobend rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cystobend on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Cystobend on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Cystobend on the Heart?
Cystobend is rarely harmful for the heart.
Cystobend 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 Cystobend unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cystobend habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Cystobend cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cystobend will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Cystobend, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cystobend for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cystobend
You can take Cystobend with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cystobend
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.
Yes, Cystobend 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.
No, Cystobend is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
Cystobend 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.
Cystobend 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.
Cystobend 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
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