Alzental 200 mg 6 tablets
Eipico
Eipico
Composition
Active ingredient
Micronized Albendazole 200 mg per dose.
Excipients
Lactose monohydrate, maize starch, magnesium stearate, talc, sodium starch glycolate, polyplasidone XL, povidone K25, sodium lauryl sulfate, Opadry II white.
Description
Alzental is a broad-spectrum anthelmintic containing micronized albendazole.
It is active against a wide range of intestinal and tissue parasites, including nematodes (roundworms), cestodes (tapeworms), and certain protozoa.
Indications for Use
Primary Indications
Echinococcosis (hydatid disease): parasitic infection affecting the liver, lungs, and peritoneum.
Neurocysticercosis: infection of the brain by the larvae of Taenia solium.
Also indicated for
Ascariasis.
Enterobiasis.
Hookworm infection (Ancylostomiasis).
Strongyloidiasis.
Trichuriasis (whipworm infection).
Giardiasis.
Capillariasis.
Gnathostomiasis.
Trichostrongylid infections.
Lymphatic filariasis.
Dosage and Administration
Take orally with food, accompanied by water.
Do not chew or crush the tablets.
Intestinal worms
Adults & children ≥2 years: 400 mg single dose.
Strongyloidiasis: 400 mg once/twice daily for 3 days.
Giardiasis: 400 mg daily for 5 days.
Hydatid disease: 400 mg twice daily for cycles of 28 days.
Neurocysticercosis: 400 mg twice daily for 8-30 days.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to benzimidazoles.
Pregnancy.
Galactose intolerance.
Precautions
Monitor blood counts.
Monitor liver function.
Pregnancy test required.
Risk of bone marrow suppression.
Side Effects
Common: Abdominal pain, nausea, headache, dizziness.
Rare: Leukopenia, anemia, hepatitis, seizures, allergic reactions.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy.
Use contraception during therapy and for 1 month after.
Use caution during lactation.
Storage Conditions
Store below 30°C.
Keep out of reach of children.
Packaging
A carton box containing a 3 blisters (2 tablets each) and leaflet.