Markbend 400mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Elixir Life Care Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Albendazole (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Markbend 400mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medicine used for treating parasitic worm infections by killing the worms and stopping the infection from spreading.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Markbend 400mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medication used to treat parasitic worm infections. It works by preventing the worms from absorbing glucose, thereby depleting their energy levels and causing them to die. This helps in treating the infection. The medicine should be taken as advised by your doctor, with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Some common side effects include vomiting, dizziness, increased liver enzymes, nausea, and loss of appetite. Regular monitoring of blood counts and liver function may be required during the treatment. It is important to complete the full course of the medication even if you start feeling better.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Markbend 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Vomiting Dizziness Increased liver enzymes Nausea Loss of appetite
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Markbend 400mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Markbend 400mg Tablet 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
Markbend 400mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Estradiol Tibolone Estriol Carbamazepine
How it works
Markbend 400mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medication. It works by preventing the worms from absorbing sugar (glucose), thereby depleting their energy levels. This causes the worms to die and treats your infection.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Markbend 400mg Tablet 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 Markbend 400mg Tablet. 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.