Albenza is indicated for the treatment of parenchymal neurocysticercosis due to active lesions caused by larval forms of the pork tapeworm. This medicine may also be used for the treatment of cystic hydatid disease of the liver, lung, and peritoneum, caused by the larval form of the dog tapeworm.
Albenza is an anthelmintic. It works by killing sensitive parasites.
Do NOT use Albenza if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Albenza or to benzimidazoles (eg, rabeprazole)
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Albenza :
Some medical conditions may interact with Albenza . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have liver problems, eye problems (eg, retinal lesions), bone marrow problems, low white blood cell counts, or low platelet counts
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Albenza . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Cimetidine, dexamethasone, or praziquantel because they may increase the risk of Albenza 's side effects
Theophylline because the risk of its side effects may be increased by Albenza
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Albenza may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
