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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Albrin Plus Tablet is used to treat parasitic worm infections. It can be used to treat infections caused by roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, flukes, and other parasites. It contains Albendazole and Ivermectin, which work by keeping the worm from taking glucose and depleting its energy levels, leading to its immobilization. Also, it can kill the parasites by acting on the nervous system. It starves the worms by inducing paralysis, consequently leading them to death. It may cause common side effects such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, decrease in white blood cell count (leucopenia), vision problems, confusion, weakness, and difficulty walking. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Medoz Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Albrin Plus Tablet

Albrin Plus Tablet is used to treat parasitic worm infections. Parasitic worm infections are intestinal worm infections that are caused by the ingestion of contaminated food and water. Albrin Plus Tablet can be used to treat infections caused by roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, flukes, and other parasites. 

Albrin Plus Tablet contains ‘albendazole’ and ‘ivermectin’, which work by keeping the worm from taking glucose and depleting its energy levels, leading to its immobilization. Ivermectin can kill the parasites by acting on the nervous system. It starves the worms by inducing paralysis, consequently leading them to death.

You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Albrin Plus Tablet are stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, decrease in white blood cell count (leucopenia), vision problems, confusion, weakness, and difficulty walking. Inform your doctor if any of these side effects persist or get worse.

You should not take Albrin Plus Tablet if you are allergic to ‘albendazole’, ‘ivermectin’, or any other ingredients present in it. Before taking Albrin Plus Tablet, inform your doctor if you have a medical history of meningitis, African sleeping sickness (an infection caused by the bite of the tsetse fly in African countries), or illness that weakens the immune system HIV. It may make you more prone to infections, so maintain proper hygiene. It may cause dizziness, so refrain from activities that require you to stay alert.

Uses of Albrin Plus Tablet

Albrin Plus Tablet is used to treat parasitic worm infections. The detailed uses of Albrin Plus Tablet are as follows: <br/>• Parasitic Worm Infections: Albrin Plus Tablet effectively treats parasitic worm infections, including roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms by depriving them of energy and paralyzing them.<br/>• Scabies: Albrin Plus Tablet treats scabies, a contagious skin condition caused by mites, with ivermectin targeting the mites and alleviating itching and skin irritation.<br/>• Filariasis: Albrin Plus Tablet helps in treating lymphatic filariasis, by reducing microfilariae in the blood, preventing disease progression, and alleviating symptoms like limb and genital swelling.<br/>• Work against parasitic spread: Albrin Plus Tablet reduces the spread of parasitic infections by killing parasites and decreasing their transmission.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Albrin Plus Tablet is taken with or after a meal as advised by your doctor.• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.• Swallow Albrin Plus Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not chew, crush or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Albrin Plus Tablet contains ‘Albendazole’ and ‘Ivermectin’, which belong to the class of medications called ‘antihelmintic’. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used in the treatment of parasitic infections. It can kill the disease-causing worms and stop the spread of infection effectively. Albendazole interrupts the absorption of glucose by the worm leading to energy depletion. Ivermectin acts by paralyzing the worms, consequently leading them to death.

Storage

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

What if I have taken an overdose of Albrin Plus Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Albrin Plus Tablet, as it may cause lethargy, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhoea, intestinal cramps, dizziness, convulsions, and sleepiness. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Albrin Plus Tablet may cause suppression of the bone marrow and cause anaemia. Inform your doctor if you have/had liver disease and if you have any surgery, including dental surgery. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience seizures, extreme tiredness, behaviour changes, blurred vision, trouble walking, or neck pain while taking Albrin Plus Tablet. Consult your doctor if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising, as you may bleed or bruise easily while taking Albrin Plus Tablet. It may cause orthostatic hypotension (dizziness upon rising up quickly), so avoid standing up too quickly from a sitting or lying position.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands regularly with soap and water, especially after using the toilet and while eating.
  • Avoid eating raw fish and meat.
  • Thoroughly cook meat before eating.
  • Wash all fruits and vegetables properly before consuming them.
  • Wash or reheat food that has been around for a long time.
  • Avoid contact with soil that may be contaminated with faeces.
  • Avoid foods that have been kept open in the markets, as they can be contaminated.
  • Drink boiled and purified water.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIHELMINTICS
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Alcohol

Caution

Albrin Plus Tablet may interact with alcohol and worsen the condition.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Albrin Plus Tablet is a category C drug and may cause toxic effects to the unborn baby. So, your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Albrin Plus Tablet may get excreted in the breast milk. So, your doctor may advise you to stop breastfeeding while taking this medicine.

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Driving

Caution

Albrin Plus Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems, so refrain from driving or operating heavy machinery while using this medicine.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Albrin Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Kidney

Caution

Albrin Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

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Children

Caution

Albrin Plus Tablet is not recommended for children.

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India
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