ABZ
ABZ 400mg Suspension 10ml
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Overview
ABZ Suspension contains Albendazole which is a broad spectrum Anthemintic used as a dewormer for the eradication of Pin-worms, Whip-worms, Ascaris Lumbricoides, Hookworm and Tapeworms.
Directions for Use
Pinworm, ascariasis, hookworm and whipworm: Children over 2 years and adults: a single dose of 400 mg (tablets or suspension). Children up to 20 kilos: 100 mg single dose, which can be repeated after 7 days. Adults: 400 mg (2 tablets) or 10 ml of suspension. In one dose alone, you can repeat at 7 days. Strongyloidiasis, hymenolepiasis and intestinal taeniasis: Children over 2 years and adults: a daily dose of 400 mg (tablets or suspension) for 3 days. It is advisable to repeat the treatment after 15 or 20 days, given the life cycle of intestinal parasites. Opisthorchiasis and Clonorchiasis: Adults and children over 2 years of age, 400 mg (tablets or suspension) 2 times daily for 3 days. Like many infestations are mixed and often include Opisthorchis viverrini and Chlonorchis sinensis, this dose is considered sufficient. Cutaneous larva migrans: Children over 2 years and adults: a daily dose of 400 mg (tablets or suspension) for 1-3 days. Giardiasis: Children over 2 years and adults: a daily dose of 400 mg (tablets or suspension) for 5 days. Gnathostomiasis: Children over 2 years and adults: a daily dose of 400 mg (tablets or suspension) for 14 days. Cystic echinococcosis: Patients over 60 kg weight: Daily dose: 15 mg/kg, with a maximum of 800 mg/day, twice daily for 4 weeks. This treatment cycle can be repeated after two weeks, to a maximum of 3 cycles.
Hypersensitivity to benzimidazole class of drugs.Common side effects include gastro-intestinal discomfort,headache,dizziness,dry mouth,pruritis and nausea. The following information is an educational aid only. It is not indicated as medical advice or treatment. Consult your Doctor on safety and effectiveness.