HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

What Is Albendazole Drug Used For?

Posted on Fri, 29 Nov 2013

Question: I was give a hosptail prescription drug name albendazole what is that drug and what is it for??

Answered by Dr. Het Ram Bishnoi (1 minute later)

Hello, Thanks for the query to H.C.M. Forum. Albendzole is a very good drug for many types of worm infestation. Good for parasites. GOOD LUCK. Dr. HET

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Het Ram Bishnoi (3 minutes later)

So could be the cause of my tummy playing up??

Answered by Dr. Het Ram Bishnoi (2 hours later)

Brief Answer: Side effect of albendazole. Detailed Answer: Hello XXXXXXX XXXXXXX Albendazole can cause epigastric discomfort but it short lived. XXXXXXX diarrhea is not a common side effect.Mild diarrhea only one or two , may be. Hope I cleared your doubt, if you have more query , you can ask in follow up. Good luck. Dr. HET

Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar