ABZ 400mg tablet is a brand name for albendazole, which is used to treat various parasitic worm infections, such as tapeworms, roundworms, hookworms, and others.
Dosage:
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Adults and children over 2 years old: The usual dosage is 1 tablet (400mg) as a single dose for most infections like pinworm, hookworm, or roundworm. For more serious infections (such as tapeworm or hydatid disease), higher or multiple doses may be prescribed.
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For some infections, like pinworm, you might be instructed to take a second dose after 2 weeks.
How to take it:
- It is usually recommended to take the tablet with food to improve absorption.
- The tablet should be swallowed whole with water, but in some cases, it can be chewed if necessary.