Albendazole & Ivermectin Tablets

Albendazole & Ivermectin Tablets

Albendazole + Ivermectin medicine is directed for the treatment of parasitic worm infections. Parasitic worm infections are intestinal worm infections that occur due to contaminated food and water intake. Albendazole + Ivermectin medicine should be consulted to cure infections due to pinworms, roundworms, threadworms, hookworms, whipworms, flukes, and other parasites.

Albendazole + Ivermectin has ‘albendazole’ and ‘ivermectin’ in it, which act by preventing the worm from absorbing glucose and reducing its energy level, thus immobilizing it. Ivermectin is able to destroy the parasites using its action on the nervous system. It starves the worms through paralysis, thereby causing them to die.

Medical Benefits:

• This medicine is an antibiotic with a wide spectrum employed in the therapy of parasitic infections.
• It can destroy the disease-causing worms and inhibit the transmission of infection.
• Albendazole interferes with glucose uptake by the worm, leading to energy deficiency.
• Ivermectin acts by paralyzing the worms, thus causing them to die.

Uses:

Ivermectin + Albendazole are two antiparasitic medications mixed together: Ivermectin and Albendazole. Ivermectin works by binding to worm muscle and nerve cells, resulting in paralysis and death of worms. Albendazole works by preventing the absorption of sugar (glucose) by worms, thus reducing energy and resulting in death. This cures your infection.

Dosage:

• Consume this medication in a suitable dose and period as prescribed by your healthcare professional.
• Read the instructions thoroughly before consuming this medication.
• Do not overdose on this medication, as it could lead to some side effects on your body.

Storage:

Store this drug in a dry and cool environment. Keep this drug beyond the reach of animals and from sunlight.

Directions to Use:

• Read all the instructions properly before consuming this medicine.
• Take this medicine in an accurate dose.
• Take this medicine after the consultation with your medical expert.
• Place this medicine in a cool, and at room temperature.

Side Effects:

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Decrease in white blood cell count 
• Vision problems
• Confusion
• Weakness
• Difficulty walking

Precautions:

• You have been given this combination drugs to cure worm and parasite infections.
• Take this tablet with or without food or as asked by your doctor.
• It may be dangerous to an unborn child. Avoid taking it during pregnancy or lactation. Practice birth control methods to avoid pregnancy while taking Ivermectin + Albendazole.
• You might have more opportunities to acquire an infection. Avoid individuals who have infections, colds, or the flu. Let your healthcare professional know if you develop signs and symptoms of an infection, like a fever or sore throat.
• Your doctor might check your blood counts and liver function before you begin taking this medication and also from time to time during your treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q. Can Ivermectin + Albendazole be discontinued when my symptoms have disappeared?

No, Ivermectin + Albendazole must be continued as directed by the physician. If you have any issues due to the intake of Ivermectin + Albendazole, see the physician for reassessment. Do not discontinue even if you improve. Stopping the use of Ivermectin + Albendazole medicine prematurely can cause the infection to recur and more difficult to treat.

Q. Does the use of Ivermectin + Albendazole result in diarrhea?

Yes, takingIvermectin + Albendazole can lead to diarrhea. If diarrhea occurs, drink lots of water or other fluids. If diarrhea is persistent and you have signs of dehydration such as reduced urination with dark-colored and pungent smelling urine, consult your doctor. Do not use any other drug without consulting your medical expert.

Q. Will Ivermectin + Albendazole be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

No, a higher dose than prescribed can be no more effective but is more likely to cause severe side effects and toxicity. If you don’t feel any relief in your symptoms even after taking the prescribed doses, please approach your doctor.