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Elbenol 400mg Sachet

Prescription Required
Marketer
Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION
Albendazole (400mg)
Storage
Store below 30°C

Product introduction

Elbenol 400mg Sachet is an antiparasitic medicine, used for the treatment of parasitic worm infections. It works by killing the worms that cause infections and stops the infection from spreading.

Elbenol 400mg Sachet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.

Some people may experience vomiting, dizziness, increased liver enzymes, nausea, and loss of appetite as the side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. You may be monitored with blood tests and liver function tests throughout your treatment.

Uses of Elbenol Sachet

  • Treatment of Parasitic infections

Benefits of Elbenol Sachet

In Treatment of Parasitic infections

Elbenol 400mg Sachet is an antibiotic medicine that helps treat many parasitic worm infections. It works by killing and stopping the further growth of parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.

Side effects of Elbenol Sachet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Elbenol

  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Nausea
  • Loss of appetite

How to use Elbenol Sachet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Empty the granules in a glass of water/milk, stir it and consume immediately. Elbenol 400mg Sachet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Elbenol Sachet works

Elbenol 400mg Sachet is an antiparasitic medication. It works by keeping the worms from absorbing sugar (glucose), thereby depleting their energy level. This causes the worms to die and treats your infection.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Elbenol 400mg Sachet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Elbenol 400mg Sachet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Elbenol 400mg Sachet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Elbenol 400mg Sachet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Elbenol 400mg Sachet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Elbenol 400mg Sachet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Elbenol 400mg Sachet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Elbenol 400mg Sachet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop signs of jaundice like yellowing of eyes and skin, itching, and clay colored stools while taking this medicine.

What if you forget to take Elbenol Sachet?

If you miss a dose of Elbenol 400mg Sachet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Elbenol 400mg Sachet to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections.
  • It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Elbenol 400mg Sachet.
  • Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
  • Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
  • Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
2-Benzimidazolylcarbamic acid esters
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Antiprotozoal agents

Interaction with drugs

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Patient concerns

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Approx 2inches parasitic worm came in stool
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
bandy plus once daily in night for 3 nights
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There are rashes/small pimples on bum and back of knee and feet. Increasing with time. Is this serious infection.
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
Please consult skin specialist.This is Ashish can we do to hand foot mouth syndrome or some allergic skin manifestations or sometimes some parasitic skin infectionsThese can be due to many reasons few of them are hand foot mouth syndrome allergic skin reactions and parasitic infection of skinIf child is comfortable then no need to worry.Dr need a final diagnosis or provisional diagnosis to suggest you investigations or medicine or give opinion. Diagnosis cannot be done without taking in to consideration details of history and findings of clinical examination of patient. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.
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FAQs

Q. Is Elbenol 400mg Sachet an antibiotic?

Yes, Elbenol 400mg Sachet is an antibiotic medicine. It is used to treat various infections caused by worms. Elbenol 400mg Sachet should be taken only when prescribed by the doctor.

Q. What is Elbenol 400mg Sachet used for?

Elbenol 400mg Sachet is used for the treatment of infections caused by helminths (worms) like pin worms/thread worms, roundworms, hookworms, whip worms, liver flukes and tapeworm infections. Along with that, the medicine has shown good activity against some organisms that can survive without oxygen too, like Giardia lamblia and Trichomonas vaginalis. Please consult your doctor before taking any treatment for worms as there could be many worms against which Elbenol 400mg Sachet would not be effective.

Q. How does Elbenol 400mg Sachet work?

Elbenol 400mg Sachet works by killing the larva and the adult form of the worm by reducing the energy source (glucose) of the worms. This helps to decrease the mobility of the worms and they die eventually.

Q. What is the best time to take Elbenol 400mg Sachet?

Elbenol 400mg Sachet should be taken exactly as advised by the doctor. Do not self-medicate. However, it may be given once or twice a day depending on the condition you are being treated for. It may be taken in the morning or evening. It is usually prescribed to be taken on an empty stomach but you may be asked to take it with food for treating some conditions. Follow your doctor’s advice carefully to get the most benefit.

Q. Does Elbenol 400mg Sachet kill eggs of the worms?

No, Elbenol 400mg Sachet does not kill the eggs of the worms. It acts against the larva and the adult form of the worms only. You may have to take a second dose two weeks later, to lessen the chances of reinfection. Elbenol 400mg Sachet should be taken only as advised by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.

Q. Is Elbenol 400mg Sachet safe?

Elbenol 400mg Sachet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Q. Is Elbenol 400mg Sachet effective for treating pinworms?

Yes, Elbenol 400mg Sachet an effective medicine which is used for the treatment of pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis). It shows active action against the larval and the adult stages of the worms. Consult your doctor before taking any medicines for worm infections.

Q. Is Elbenol 400mg Sachet an over the counter product?

No, Elbenol 400mg Sachet is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is a prescription medicine which means it can be bought with a valid prescription by a doctor only.

Q. Does Elbenol 400mg Sachet kill tapeworms?

Elbenol 400mg Sachet can work against tapeworms like Hymenolepis nana and Taenia spp. Please consult your doctor before taking any medicine for worm infestations.

Q. Who should not take Elbenol 400mg Sachet?

Elbenol 400mg Sachet should not be given to patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine, or any other similar medicines like mebendazole or thiabendazole, in the past. Signs of an allergic reaction may include an itchy skin rash, shortness of breath and swelling of the face or tongue. Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions before taking the medicine. Also, let your doctor know about any other medicines that you may be taking for any other conditions, as they may affect or be affected by this medicine.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Elbenol 400mg Sachet?

If you forget a dose of Elbenol 400mg Sachet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

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Name: Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd
Address: SCO 850, Shivalik Enclave, N.A.C. Manimajra, Chandigarh - 160101 INDIA
Country of origin: India
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