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Wend is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Other than this, Wend has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Wend 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 Wend include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Wend as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Wend go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Wend is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Wend related warnings talks about Wend's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Wend 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 Wend have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Wend have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Wend, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Wend 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 Wend safe for pregnant women?
Wend should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Wend safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Wend on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Wend on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Wend on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Wend on the Liver?
Use of Wend may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Wend on the Heart?
Side effects of Wend rarely affect the heart.
Wend 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 Wend unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Wend habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Wend. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Wend since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Wend is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Wend cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Wend
Taking Wend with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Wend
Drinking alcohol while taking Wend may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Wend 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
Discontinuation of Wend on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Wend is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
Yes, Wend 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.
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.
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