Albendazole
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Adeel Jamil, M.D. [2]
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Overview
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Adult Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult)
There is limited information regarding Albendazole FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult) in the drug label.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Adult)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Albendazole in adult patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Albendazole in adult patients.
Pediatric Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric)
There is limited information regarding Albendazole FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric) in the drug label.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Pediatric)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Albendazole in pediatric patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Albendazole in pediatric patients.
Contraindications
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Contraindications in the drug label.
Warnings
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Warnings' in the drug label.
Adverse Reactions
Clinical Trials Experience
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Clinical Trials Experience in the drug label.
Postmarketing Experience
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Postmarketing Experience in the drug label.
Drug Interactions
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Drug Interactions in the drug label.
Use in Specific Populations
Pregnancy
Pregnancy Category (FDA):
There is no FDA guidance on usage of Albendazole in women who are pregnant.
Pregnancy Category (AUS):
There is no Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) guidance on usage of Albendazole in women who are pregnant.
Labor and Delivery
There is no FDA guidance on use of Albendazole during labor and delivery.
Nursing Mothers
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Albendazole in women who are nursing.
Pediatric Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Albendazole in pediatric settings.
Geriatic Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Albendazole in geriatric settings.
Gender
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Albendazole with respect to specific gender populations.
Race
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Albendazole with respect to specific racial populations.
Renal Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Albendazole in patients with renal impairment.
Hepatic Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Albendazole in patients with hepatic impairment.
Females of Reproductive Potential and Males
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Albendazole in women of reproductive potentials and males.
Immunocompromised Patients
There is no FDA guidance one the use of Albendazole in patients who are immunocompromised.
Administration and Monitoring
Administration
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Administration in the drug label.
Monitoring
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Monitoring in the drug label.
IV Compatibility
There is limited information regarding the compatibility of Albendazole and IV administrations.
Overdosage
There is limited information regarding Albendazole overdosage. If you suspect drug poisoning or overdose, please contact the National Poison Help hotline (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Pharmacology
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Pharmacology in the drug label.
Mechanism of Action
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Mechanism of Action in the drug label.
Structure
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Structure in the drug label.
Pharmacodynamics
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Pharmacodynamics in the drug label.
Pharmacokinetics
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Pharmacokinetics in the drug label.
Nonclinical Toxicology
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Nonclinical Toxicology in the drug label.
Clinical Studies
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Clinical Studies in the drug label.
How Supplied
There is limited information regarding Albendazole How Supplied in the drug label.
Storage
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Storage in the drug label.
Images
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Patient Counseling Information
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Patient Counseling Information in the drug label.
Precautions with Alcohol
Alcohol-Albendazole interaction has not been established. Talk to your doctor about the effects of taking alcohol with this medication.
Brand Names
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Brand Names in the drug label.
Look-Alike Drug Names
There is limited information regarding Albendazole Look-Alike Drug Names in the drug label.
Drug Shortage Status
Price
References
The contents of this FDA label are provided by the National Library of Medicine.
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [3]
Overview
Albendazole is a member of the benzimidazole compounds used as a drug indicated for the treatment of a variety of worm infestations. Although this use is widespread in the United States, the FDA has not approved albendazole for this indication.
Category
Antiparasitic
US Brand Names
ALBENZA®
FDA Package Insert
Description | Clinical Pharmacology | Microbiology | Indications and Usage | Contraindications | Warnings and Precautions | Adverse Reactions | Drug Interactions | Overdosage | Dosage and Administration | How Supplied | Labels and Packages
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Mechanism of Action
Vermicidal: Albendazole (C12H15N3O2S) causes degenerative alterations in the tegument and intestinal cells of the worm by binding to the colchicine-sensitive site of tubulin, thus inhibiting its polymerization or assembly into microtubules. The loss of the cytoplasmic microtubules leads to impaired uptake of glucose by the larval and adult stages of the susceptible parasites, and depletes their glycogen stores. Degenerative changes in the endoplasmic reticulum, the mitochondria of the germinal layer, and the subsequent release of lysosomes result in decreased production ofadenosine triphosphate (ATP), which is the energy required for the survival of the helminth. Due to diminished energy production, the parasite is immobilized and eventually dies.
Albendazole also has been shown to inhibit the enzyme fumarate reductase, which is helminth-specific. This action may be considered secondary to the effect on the microtubules due to the decreased absorption of glucose. This action occurs in the presence of reduced amounts of nicotinamide-adenine dinucleotide in reduced form (NADH), which is acoenzyme involved in many cellular oxidation-reduction reactions.
Albendazole has larvicidal effects in necatoriasis and ovicidal effects in ascariasis, ancylostomiasis, and trichuriasis.
Uses
It is effective against: