PRODUCT DETAILS

About Eben 100mg Tablet

 MEBENDAZOLE belongs to a group of antiparasitic drugs called 'anthelmintic' used to treat parasites worm infections like pinworm, whipworm, roundworm, hookworm, and other parasites. Parasitic worms are also called intestinal worms or helminths. They live-in and feed on the hosts leading to weakness and diseases. Common types of intestinal worms are roundworms and flatworms such as tapeworms and flukes.

Uses of Eben 100mg Tablet

Parasitic worm infections

Medicinal Benefits of Eben 100mg Tablet

MEBENDAZOLE belongs to a group of anthelmintic medicines used to treat worm infections such as pinworm, whipworm, roundworm, hookworm, and other parasites. MEBENDAZOLE contains ‘Mebendazole’ which works by inhibiting tubulin polymerization. This causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, which leads to its immobilization. Thereby, MEBENDAZOLE kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection. 

Directions for Use

Take MEBENDAZOLE by mouth with food or without food. It may be swallowed whole, chewed, or crushed and mixed with food. Depending on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take MEBENDAZOLE.

Side Effects of Eben 100mg Tablet

• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhoea
• Not hungry
• Gas
• Upset stomach

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

MEBENDAZOLE might increase the chances of getting an infection; maintain proper hygiene, and try to stay away from people with infections, flu, or cold. Consult your doctor if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising as you may bleed or bruise easily while taking MEBENDAZOLE. Do not take MEBENDAZOLE if you have any allergies, liver problems, and intestinal problems. Inform your doctor before taking MEBENDAZOLE if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause fetal harm. If you are a breastfeeding mother immediately contact your doctor because MEBENDAZOLE passes into breast milk. MEBENDAZOLE can be given to children above 2 years if prescribed by the doctor.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 MEBENDAZOLE may have interaction with antacid (cimetidine), a drug used to treat epilepsy (carbamazepine), antibiotics (metronidazole), antiviral (ritonavir).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

MEBENDAZOLE may have interactions with liver disease.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Please do not drink alcohol with this MEBENDAZOLE because it may produce drowsiness as a side effect.

PREGNANCY

• MEBENDAZOLE belongs to pregnancy category C. Do not take MEBENDAZOLE if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as it may cause fetal harm. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

BREAST FEEDING

• MEBENDAZOLE may pass into breast milk that may cause harm to the baby. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

DRIVING

• If you experience drowsiness, hypotension, dizziness, or a headache as side-effects when using MEBENDAZOLE then it may not be safe to drive or operate heavy machinery.

LIVER

• Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

KIDNEY

• Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.