Composition:
Each tablet contains: flubendazole lOOmg
Properties:
Flubendazol, a benzimidazole carbamate anthelmintic, is an analogue of mebendazole it is active against most nematodes and other worms, Flubendazol acts by inhibition or destruction of cytoplasmic microtubules in the worm' s intestinal or absorptive cells leading to death of the worm within several days.
Indication:
Flubendazol is used in the treatment of single or mixed infections caused by: Enterobiasis, ascariasis, hookworm, and trichuriasis
Contraindications:
Hypersensitivity to the drug Pregnancy and Lactation
Side effects:
Flubendazol is well tolerated but may cause: transient abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache, allergic reactions and raised liver enzyme values with the high doses.
Precautions:
Patients receiving high doses, should be supervised closely with blood counts and liver function being monitored. No special diet or laxatives
Dosage and administration:
For the treatment of enterobiasis:
Adults and children: l00mgas a single dose repeated if necessary after 2-3 weeks.
For ascariasis, hook worm, and Trichuriasis: l00mg twice daily for 3 days