Aben Tablet (Albendazole) - Uses, Price, Side Effects

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Albendazole (NA)

🏭 Laborate Pharmaceuticals India Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 21, 2026

⚠️ Hepatotoxicity Risk 📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 21, 2026

What is aben tablet used for?

Aben Tablet contains Albendazole, an anti-infective medication used to treat various parasitic infections such as hydatid disease, neurocysticercosis, and intestinal worms. It works by inhibiting the parasite's ability to absorb glucose, leading to its death. Take as directed by your doctor, usually with food.

Generic Name: Albendazole
Manufacturer: Laborate Pharmaceuticals India Ltd
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: C
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 aben tablet Uses & Benefits

Hydatid disease (Echinococcus granulosus), Neurocysticercosis (Taenia solium), Ascariasis, Hookworm infection, Pinworm infection, Trichuriasis, Strongyloidiasis

Off-label uses: Cutaneous larva migrans, Capillariasis, Gnathostomiasis, Microsporidiosis

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Albendazole
Brand Name	Albenza
Manufacturer	Laborate Pharmaceuticals India Ltd
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class	Antiprotozoal agents
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); protect from moisture
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionPoorly absorbed orally; absorption enhanced with fatty meal

DistributionWidely distributed; penetrates into cysts and CSF

Protein Binding70%

MetabolismHepatic, primarily via CYP3A4 to active metabolite albendazole sulfoxide

Half-Life8-12 hours (albendazole sulfoxide)

ExcretionRenal (less than 1% unchanged) and biliary

BioavailabilityVariable, increased with fatty meal (up to 5-fold)

Onset of ActionVariable; depends on parasite

Peak Plasma Time2-4 hours (albendazole sulfoxide)

Duration of Action12-24 hours

How It Works

Binds to beta-tubulin, inhibits microtubule polymerization, impairs glucose uptake and energy metabolism in susceptible parasites

Mechanism Steps

1Albendazole is metabolized to albendazole sulfoxide by CYP3A4

2Albendazole sulfoxide binds to beta-tubulin in parasite cells

3Inhibits microtubule polymerization

💡 How to Take aben tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

Dosage Timeline

🌅 Morning ✅ ☀️ Afternoon ❌ 🌆 Evening ✅ 🌙 Night ❌

⚠️ Side Effects of aben tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Dizziness
Reversible alopecia

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Hepatotoxicity
Bone marrow suppression (agranulocytosis, pancytopenia)
Stevens-Johnson syndrome

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Acute renal failure
Allergic reactions
Seizures

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Cimetidine	Moderate	Increased albendazole levels
Theophylline	Minor	Possible increased theophylline levels
Warfarin	Moderate	Increased anticoagulant effect

🚨 Major Interactions

Cimetidine
Praziquantel
Theophylline

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Carbamazepine
Phenytoin
Ritonavir

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Dexamethasone

🍽️ Food Interactions

Fatty meal increases absorption

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

Avoid alcohol; may increase hepatotoxicity risk

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

Liver

Moderate

Kidney

Low

Heart

Low

Pregnancy

Category C

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to albendazole, Pregnancy (especially first trimester), Severe hepatic impairment

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Liver function tests (LFT), Complete blood count (CBC), Renal function tests (RFT)

🤱 Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; use with caution

💊 Overdose Management

Gastric lavage, activated charcoal, supportive care; monitor hepatic function

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose; do not double dose

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 21, 2026

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Alternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Albendazole (NA)):

Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

⭐ User Reviews

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.