Zentel Suspension, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Other than this, Zentel Suspension has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Zentel Suspension is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Zentel Suspension are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Zentel Suspension have been listed ahead. These side effects of Zentel Suspension are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Zentel Suspension has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zentel Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Zentel Suspension can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zentel Suspension in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia. Other contraindications of Zentel Suspension have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Zentel Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Zentel Suspension is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Zentel Suspension is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zentel Suspension is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Zentel Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Zentel should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Zentel Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Zentel may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zentel Suspension on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Zentel on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Zentel Suspension on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Zentel on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Zentel Suspension on the Heart?
Zentel may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Zentel Suspension should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zentel Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zentel Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Zentel Suspension can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Zentel Suspension will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Zentel Suspension does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zentel Suspension is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zentel Suspension
Taking Zentel Suspension with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zentel Suspension
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Zentel Suspension at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Zentel can be taken with an antibiotic. No harmful interaction have been reported. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. It is best to consult your doctor before taking this medicine with an antibiotic.
Zentel should be taken with a meal, especially with a fatty meal which helps in absorption of a drug. Preferably taken at night which helps, your worm will come out with feces. However, take it exactly as your doctor recommended you to take it.
Yes, Zentel may cause hair loss. It is reversible, may grow back after stopping the medicine. However, if you experience hair loss after consuming medicine, immediately inform a doctor and follow his/her instruction.
Yes, Zentel causes diarrhea. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.
No, Zentel is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Albenza® (albendazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 850-851
