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Abd is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Secondary and off-label uses of Abd have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Abd depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Abd are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Abd can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Abd normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Abd has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Abd related warnings talks about Abd's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Abd 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Abd are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Abd may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Abd is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Abd 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 Abd safe for pregnant women?
Abd has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Abd without medical advice.
Is the use of Abd safe during breastfeeding?
Abd may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Abd on the Kidneys?
Abd rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Abd on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Abd on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Abd on the Heart?
Abd is rarely harmful for the heart.
Abd 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 Abd unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Abd habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Abd. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Abd does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Abd, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Abd is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Abd
Taking Abd with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Abd
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, Abd can be taken with an antibiotic. No harmful interaction have been reported. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. It is best to consult your doctor before taking this medicine with an antibiotic.
Yes, Abd 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.
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.
Abd 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.
No, you can not buy Abd over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
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