FEBENTEL (Febendazole) is a broad-spectrum anthelmintic treatment, widely used to treat various parasitic worm infestations.
USES
- Parasitic infections,
- Roundworms.
- Hookworms.
- Whipworms.
GUARANTEE & EXPIRY DATE
100% original from various Indian pharmaceutical manufacturers. Product photo may vary. All packs are air tight sealed and expire up to 02.2029.
DESCRIPTION
Febentel works by binding to tubulin, a protein that is part of the microtubules in the cells of parasites. This binding disrupts the formation and function of microtubules, leading to the parasites' inability to absorb nutrients, resulting in their eventual death. This mode of action makes fenbendazole effective against both adult and larval stages of many parasitic worms.
Febentel works by inhibiting microtubule formation in parasites, leading to energy depletion and their eventual death.
Febentel is effective against roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms, whipworms, and other parasitic infections such as neurocysticercosis (brain infection caused by Taenia solium larvae) and hydatid disease (caused by Echinococcus species). Febentel is administered orally, often as a single dose or short treatment course, depending on the infection.
PACKAGING & DOSAGE
One pack contains 100 tablets. It is available in 150-222-444-500-1000 mg/tab.
Active ingredient: fenbendazole (benzimidazole anthelmintic).
Excipients: Microcrystalline cellulose, corn starch, povidone, sodium lauryl sulfate, Magnesium stearate, colloidal silicon dioxide.
Dosage depends on the type of infection and patient factors:Ascariasis, Enterobiasis, Hookworm, Trichuriasis: A single dose of 400 mg orally.Strongyloidiasis, Taeniasis: 400 mg orally once daily for 3 days.Neurocysticercosis: 15 mg/kg/day divided into two doses for 8–30 days, depending on the severity.Hydatid Disease: 15 mg/kg/day divided into two doses for 28 days, followed by a 14-day drug-free interval; this cycle is repeated for a total of three cycles.
SIDE EFFECTS AND PRECAUTIONS
- Headache.
- Elevated liver enzymes.
- Monitor liver enzymes before and during treatment; discontinue if significant elevation occurs.
- Perform blood counts at the start of each 28-day cycle and every two weeks during therapy.
STORAGE
Store in dry place at room temperature. Do not exceed storage temperature higher than 25 degrees Celcius. Keep away from direct sunlight. Keep locked and away from children.
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