Albendazole & Ivermectin Tablets

Albendazole & Ivermectin Tablets

Albendazole + ivermectin is prescribed to cure parasitic worm infections. Parasitic worm infections are worm infections in the intestine caused by eating contaminated water and food. Albendazole + ivermectin is prescribed to cure roundworm, hookworm, threadworm, whipworm, pinworm, fluke, and other parasites infections.

Albendazole + ivermectin consists of ‘albendazole’ and ‘ivermectin’. Both of these operate by preventing the worm from absorbing glucose and draining its energy, thereby causing its paralysis. Ivermectin is capable of killing the parasites by interfering with the nervous system. Ivermectin starves the worms by causing them to become paralyzed, thus leading to their death. The usual side effects of Albendazole + ivermectin include stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, low white blood cell count, vision disturbances, confusion, weakness, and walking difficulties. Alert your doctor if any of these side effects aggravate or persist.

Benefits:

• Albendazole and Ivermectin are a class of drugs known as ‘antihelmintics’.
• It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic and is used in treating parasitic infections.
• It can kill the causative worms of the disease and effectively prevent the spread of infection.
• Albendazole inhibits glucose uptake by the worm, causing energy deficiency.
• Ivermectin exerts its action by paralyzing the worms, which leads to their death.

Uses:

• Albendazole + ivermectin inhibits parasitic infection transmission by eliminating parasites and reducing their transmission.
• This drug assists in treating lymphatic filariasis through a decrease in microfilariae in the blood, which stops the disease from progressing and reduces symptoms such as swelling of limbs and genitalia.
• It assists in treating scabies, which is a contagious skin infestation caused by mites, as ivermectin acts on the mites and helps in relieving itching and skin irritation.
• This drug effectively cures parasitic worm infections such as roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms by starving them and paralyzing them.

Directions to take:

• Read all instructions thoroughly before taking this medicine.
• Take this medicine under the guidance of your health specialist.
• Swallow the entire tablet with a glass of water.
• Do not chew or split this medicine.
• Take this medicine in the correct dosage as advised by your doctor.

Storage:

Store this medicine in a dry and cool environment. Do not store this medicine out of children’s and pets’ reach. Do not show this medicine in front of direct sunlight.

Dosage:

Use this medication in the right dosage and at the same time each day as recommended by your doctor. Do not take a high dose of this drug; otherwise, it will be harmful to your body.

Side Effect:

• 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 medicine for the treatment of worm and parasite infections.
• Take it with or without food, or as directed by your doctor.
• It is harmful to an unborn child. Do not use this drug during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Use birth control methods to avoid pregnancy when taking Ivermectin + Albendazole..
• You might have a greater risk of developing an infection. Avoid contact with individuals with infections, flu, or colds. Report to your doctor if you see signs of infection like fever or sore throat.
• Your physician may check your blood counts and the functioning of your liver before you initiate this medication and regularly during your therapy.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q. What are the storage and disposal instructions for Ivermectin + Albendazole?

Store this medicine in the container that it was supplied in, with a tight-fitting lid. Keep it as instructed on the label or pack. Get rid of the unused medication. Ensure that it’s not taken by children, pets, or other individuals.

Q. Will Ivermectin + Albendazole be more potent if more than the prescribed dose is consumed?

No, it is not necessarily more effective to take a dose higher than the recommended one; instead, it may be more likely to have severe side effects and toxicity. If you find no relief from your symptoms even after consuming the recommended doses, kindly refer to your doctor.