ALBENZA DRUG INFO
IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended
to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment
of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug
is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare
professional before using this drug.
(Anti-Parasitic - Oral)
USES ALBENZA: This medication is used to treat tapeworm
infection (e.g., hydatid disease).
HOW TO TAKE ALBENZA: Take this medication by mouth,
generally given twice daily with meals, or as directed by
your doctor. Be sure to take other medications, if prescribed,
for your condition.
SIDE EFFECTS ALBENZA: This medication may cause dizziness,
headache, fever, nausea, vomiting, or temporary hair loss.
If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
Very unlikely, but report promptly: persistent sore throat
or fever, severe headache, seizures, vision problems, yellowing
eyes or skin, dark urine, stomach pain, easy bruising, mental/mood
changes, very stiff neck, change in amount of urine. In the
unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug,
seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic
reaction to this drug include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness,
trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS ALBENZA: Tell your doctor your medical
history, including any allergies you may have. Limit alcohol
intake, as it may aggravate certain side effects of this drug.
Caution is advised when performing tasks requiring alertness
(e.g., driving). This medication should be used only when
clearly needed during pregnancy. It may cause fetal harm.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor, as well as
use of reliable birth control methods during and for one month
after treatment. Inform your doctor immediately should you
become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant. It is unknown
if this drug is excreted into breast milk Consult your doctor
before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS ALBENZA:Tell your doctor of all
nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially:
dexamethasone, praziquantel, cimetidine, theophylline. Do
not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist
approval.
NOTES ALBENZA: Do not share this medication with
others. This medication has been prescribed for your current
condition only. Do not use it later for another infection
(unless told to do so by your doctor). A different medication
may be necessary in those cases. Laboratory tests (including
pregnancy tests) will be performed before and/or during treatment
with this drug.
OVERDOSE ALBENZA: If overdose is suspected,
contact your local poison control center or emergency room
immediately.
MISSED DOSE ALBENZA: If you miss a dose, use it as
soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose,
skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE ALBENZA: Store at room temperature between
68 and 77 degrees F (20 to 25 degrees C) away from light and
moisture.
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