Albendazole (400mg)
Altec 400 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of parasitic worm infections.
1 Tablet in 1 strip
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Altec 400 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Altec 400 mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medication. It works by keeping the worms from absorbing sugar (glucose), thereby depleting their energy level. This causes the worms to die and treats your infection.
Related Warnings
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Altec 400 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Altec 400 mg Tablet is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.
Altec 400 mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
Altec 400 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Altec 400 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Altec 400 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Altec 400 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop signs of jaundice like yellowing of eyes and skin, itching, and clay colored stools while taking this medicine.
