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Zolbend 400 MG Tablet

Manufactured by: Morepen Laboratories Ltd.
Composition: Albendazole
Prescription Required: Yes
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Description

Zolbend 400 MG Tablet is an antiparasitic drug used in the prevention and treatment of parasitic infections caused by tapeworms, pinworms and hookworms.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Zolbend 400 MG Tablet

  • Feversevere
  • Headachesevere
  • Nausea or Vomitingsevere
  • Seizuressevere
  • Dark urine
  • Temporary Hair Loss
  • Elevated Liver Enzymes
  • Allergic Skin Reactionsevererare
  • Bleeding and bruisingsevererare
  • Shortness of breathsevererare
  • Unusual tirednesssevererare
SEVERE
Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.
RARE
Observed in a small fraction of population.
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Zolbend 400 MG Tablet

Onset of action

The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

Duration of effect

Zolbend 400 MG Tablet remains active in the body up to 9 hours after administration.

Safe with alcohol?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?

No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Zolbend 400 MG Tablet

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Zolbend 400 MG Tablet, and hence can be used as its substitute.
Albendol 400 MG Tablet
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Alzad 400 MG Tablet
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E Worm 400 MG Tablet
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Zentel 400 MG Tablet
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Zybend 400 MG Tablet
Zydus Cadila

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Zolbend 400 MG Tablet

  • Hydatid Disease

    Zolbend 400 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Hydatid disease or Echinococcosis caused by larva of dog tapeworm.

  • Neurocysticercosis

    Zolbend 400 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of pork tapeworm infection.

  • Enterobiaisis

    Zolbend 400 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of pinworm infection.

  • Strongyloidiasis

    Zolbend 400 MG Tablet may be used in the treatment of threadworm infection.

  • Ascariasis

    Zolbend 400 MG Tablet may be used in the treatment of roundworm infection.

  • Trichuriasis

    Zolbend 400 MG Tablet may be used in the treatment of whipworm infection.

  • Cutaneous Larva Migrans

    Zolbend 400 MG Tablet may be used in the treatment of hookworm infection of the skin.

  • Filariasis

    Zolbend 400 MG Tablet may be used in the treatment of filarial worm infection.

  • Giardiasis

    Zolbend 400 MG Tablet may be used in the treatment of intestinal infection in children caused by the giardia parasite.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Zolbend 400 MG Tablet

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use if you are allergic to Zolbend 400 MG Tablet or any other drug belonging to the Benzimidazoles class of medicines.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    The missed dose should be taken as soon as one remembers. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, then one should skip the missed dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

  • Description

    - Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Instructions

    - Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

  • Disease

    Information not available.

Food interactions

  • Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
  • Zolbend 400 MG Tablet should be taken along with food to maximize the availability in the body.

Lab interactions

  • Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

It is advised to take this medicine with food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

General warnings

  • Bone Marrow Suppression

    - Zolbend 400 MG Tablet may alter the functionality of bone marrow resulting in a decreased count of white blood cells. Therapy should be discontinued if any such abnormalities are observed.

  • Liver Diseases

    - This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases since it may increase the levels of the liver enzymes. Close monitoring of liver enzyme levels is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

  • Effects on Brain

    - Zolbend 400 MG Tablet may cause neurological effects such as dizziness, fits, etc. when the medicine is used to treat Neurocysticercosis. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery during treatment with this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe other medicines along with Zolbend 400 MG Tablet to minimize its neurological effects, based on your clinical condition.

  • Retinal Damage

    - This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of eye diseases such as retinal lesions due to the increased risk of retinal damage. It is advised that you inform the doctor about all your medical conditions before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Other details

  • To be taken with food
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

How it works

Zolbend 400 MG Tablet works by disrupting certain vital functions in the worm's body. This results in draining the worm's energy, eventually killing it.

Legal Status

Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved

Classification

Category
Anthelmintics
Schedule
Schedule H

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