Albendazole (Systemic)
Brand Names : Albenza
CategoryDescriptionAlbendazole (al-BEN-da-zole) is used to treat infections
caused by worms. Albendazole works by keeping the worm from absorbing sugar
(glucose), so that the worm loses energy and dies.
Albendazole is used to treat:
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Hydatid disease (echinococcosis);
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Infection of the nervous system caused by pork tapeworms (neurocysticercosis).
Albendazole is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following
dosage forms:
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
† Not commercially available in Canada.
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