What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
anemia
biliary tract blockage
mmune system problems
liver disease
an unusual or allergic reaction to albendazole, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take
this medicine with food. You can crush or chew this medicine. Take all of your medicine as directed even
if you think your are better. Do not skip doses or stop your medicine early.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed
for children as young as 2 years of age for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What may interact with this medicine?
cimetidine
dexamethasone
praziquantel
theophylline
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all
the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you
smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Visit your doctor or health care professional as directed. Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve
or if you get new symptoms.You will need to have blood work done every 2 weeks while you are taking this medicine.
Do not get pregnant while taking this drug and for 1 month after your treatment. Talk to your doctor about
effective birth control methods. Tell your doctor if you think you may be pregnant.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until
you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This
reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
changes in vision
diarrhea
difficulty breathing
fast, irregular heartbeat
fever, chills, sore throat
pain, difficulty passing urine
redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including the inside the mouth
seizures
unusual aches, pains
unusual bleeding, bruising
unusually weak or tired
yellowing of eyes, skin
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional
if they continue or are bothersome):
dizziness
hair loss
headache
nausea, vomiting
stomach pain
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Throw
away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
