Alenda 400mg Oral Suspension

Short Description

Alenda 400mg Oral Suspension is an antiparasitic medicine used to treat parasitic worm infections.

Dosage Form

Oral Suspension

Introduction

Alenda 400mg Oral Suspension is an antiparasitic medicine, used for the treatment of parasitic worm infections. It works by killing the worms that cause infections and stops the infection from spreading. Alenda 400mg Oral Suspension should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned. Some people may experience vomiting, dizziness, increased liver enzymes, nausea, and loss of appetite as the side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. You may be monitored with blood tests and liver function tests throughout your treatment.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Alenda 400mg Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Alenda 400mg Oral Suspension. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Alenda 400mg Oral Suspension is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Alenda 400mg Oral Suspension may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Estradiol Tibolone Estriol Carbamazepine

Alenda 400mg Oral Suspension is an antiparasitic medication. It works by keeping the worms from absorbing sugar (glucose) thereby depleting their energy level. This causes the worms to die and treats your infection.

You have been prescribed Alenda 400mg Oral Suspension to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections. It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Alenda 400mg Oral Suspension. Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment. Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection. Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.