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Albendazole + Pyrantel Pamoate
INFORMATION ABOUT ALBENDAZOLE + PYRANTEL PAMOATE
Albendazole + Pyrantel Pamoate Uses
Albendazole+Pyrantel Pamoate is used in the treatment of worm infections.
How Albendazole + Pyrantel Pamoate works
Albendazole + Pyrantel Pamoate is a combination of two antihelmintic medications: Albendazole and Pyrantel Pamoate. Albendazole works by keeping the worms from absorbing sugar (glucose), thereby depleting their energy level. This causes the worms to die and treats your infection. Pyrantel Pamoate works by binding to the muscle and nerve cells of worms, causing their paralysis. The worms are unable to move and are cleared naturally in stool.
Common side effects of Albendazole + Pyrantel Pamoate
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
Loss of appetite, Nausea, Vomiting, Dizziness, Increased liver enzymes
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Lipika Khurana
PGDHHM, BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Lalit Kanodia
MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated
12 Apr 2021 | 04:23 PM (UTC)
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Medicine brands for Albendazole + Pyrantel Pamoate
Wormazan
₹12 to ₹12
Decisive Pharma
1 variant(s)
Expert advice for Albendazole + Pyrantel Pamoate
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    It should be taken with food.
  • It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Albendazole + Pyrantel Pamoate.
  • 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.