Drug reference
albendazole
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Drug class
Anti Parasitic (Anti Helmintic)
Mechanism of action
Causes degeneration of cytoplasmic microtubule in intestinal and tegmental cells of intestinal helminths
Common side effects
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vertigo
- Abnormal LFT
- Abdominal pain
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to albendazole or benzimidazoles
Known interactions (1)
- albendazole + Metronidazole Moderate
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is albendazole?
albendazole belongs to: Anti Parasitic.
How does albendazole work?
Causes degeneration of cytoplasmic microtubule in intestinal and tegmental cells of intestinal helminths
What are the common side effects of albendazole?
Headache, Nausea, Vertigo, Abnormal LFT, Abdominal pain
Which drugs interact with albendazole?
Metronidazole
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