Albendazole: how to take it safely
Zentel
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Treats worm infections such as roundworm, hookworm, threadworm and some tapeworm infections.
How to take it
- Chew the tablet or swallow with water.
- For gut worms it is often a single dose.
When to take it
Take it once or twice a day, or as a single dose, as prescribed.
Take it with
With a fatty meal for body-tissue infections. With or without food for gut worms.
What to avoid
- Pregnancy.
- Tell your doctor if you have liver problems.
Possible side effects
Stomach pain, headache, nausea, dizziness.
Get help if
Yellow skin or eyes, fever and sore throat, severe headache or seizures: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.