Eldoben is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. The alternative uses of Eldoben have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Eldoben. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Eldoben include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Eldoben have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Eldoben are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Eldoben's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Eldoben has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Eldoben related warnings section.
Eldoben can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Eldoben in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Eldoben contraindications section.
Additionally, Eldoben may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Eldoben is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Eldoben 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 Eldoben safe for pregnant women?
Eldoben shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Eldoben safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Eldoben on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Eldoben on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Eldoben on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Eldoben on the Liver?
Use of Eldoben may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Eldoben on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Eldoben on the heart have been reported.
Eldoben 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 Eldoben unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Eldoben habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Eldoben cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Eldoben will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Eldoben is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Eldoben for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Eldoben
Taking Eldoben with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Eldoben
Drinking alcohol while taking Eldoben may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Yes, Eldoben 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.
Eldoben 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.
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.
No, Eldoben is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
Eldoben 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.
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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
