What is Albendazole 400 mg Tablet?
Albendazole 400 mg belongs to the best-grade anti-worm medicine in Australia, mainly indicated for eliminating intestinal parasites like tapeworms, hookworms, and roundworms. Depending on the type and severity of the underlying infection, the treatment could be single-dose or multi-dose, used over a few days/weeks. This powerful dewormer begins action within a few hours of ingestion and flushes off dead parasites through the stools, thus promoting wellness in a few days only.
How does Albendazole 400 mg work to Treat Parasitic Infections?
This anti-parasitic treatment has targeted action on the parasites and becomes effective by interfering with the normal functions of parasitic worms. Its major actions include:
- Disrupting the glucose or nutrient-absorption ability of the worms
- Punctures the energy metabolism of parasites
- Leads parasites to become immobilised and eventually die
- Allows the body to naturally expel the dead remains of the microorganisms through bowel movements
Such a precise action mechanism makes it a recognised treatment for intestinal as well as tissue-dwelling parasitic worm infestations.
Uses of Albendazole 400 mg Tablet
Albendazole 400 mg tablet uses prevail among adults and children (aged 2 years or above | weighing >=15 kgs). It helps individuals diagnosed with intestinal parasitic infestations, such as:
- Hookworms
- Pinworms
- Tapeworms
- Roundworms
- Whipworms
This dewormer is also effective against Hydatid disease, Neurocysticercosis, and other types of parasitic diseases affecting the different organs of the body.
Dosage & Administration
Albendazole 400 mg dosage and treatment vary among individuals affected by parasitic worm infections. The doctor shares a custom treatment plan based on the type of parasites affecting the person, the complexity of infestation, the individual’s age, body weight, other pre-existing health concerns, any medicines they are on treatment with, etc.
Follow the dosage indications exactly as shared by the physician. Ensure administration with food (try to have with a fatty meal) for promoting better absorption of the drug & avoiding digestive upset.
How to take Albendazole 400 mg?
Albendazole 400 mg is taken with food as a single dose, 3 or 5-day consecutive doses, or longer (as prescribed by the healthcare provider). Either way, the tablet should be used with a meal (heavy or full-fat foods) to support optimal absorption in the bloodstream. Swallow it with a glass of water without modulating its form (split, crush, or chew) to retain the best efficacy.
What should I do if I miss a Dose?
If you fail to take the dosage at the indicated timings, use it whenever you remember. Just make sure you are not using it on an empty stomach, but after a meal.
Note: Don’t double-dose Albendazole 400 tablets for catching up with a missed dose becau


