ZENTEL (ALBENDAZOLE)

Zentel Tablet belongs to a group of drugs called 'anthelmintic' used to treat parasitic worm infections, such as neurocysticercosis (an infection caused by the pork tapeworm) and cystic hydatid disease (an infection caused by the dog tapeworm). Additionally, Zentel Tablet is also used to treat infections caused by roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, flukes, and other parasites.

Zentel Tablet contains 'Albendazole', which works by inhibiting tubulin polymerisation. This causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, which leads to its immobilisation. Thereby, Zentel Tablet kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection.

Zentel Tablet is used in the treatment of Parasitic Infections. The detailed uses of Zentel Tablet are as follows:

• Treatment of intestinal infections: Zentel Tablet is commonly prescribed to combat various intestinal worm infections, such as those caused by roundworms, tapeworms and hookworms.
• Management of strongyloidiasis: Zentel Tablet effectively treats strongyloidiasis, an infection caused by the Strongyloides stercoralis parasite.
• Control of neurocysticercosis: Zentel Tablet helps to manage neurocysticercosis, a condition caused by pork tapeworm larvae affecting the central nervous system.
• Prevention of re-infection: Zentel Tablet can be prescribed to help prevent re-infection with certain parasites, particularly in areas where they are common.
• Support in mixed infections: Zentel Tablet effectively treats mixed parasitic infections, covering a broader spectrum of helminth infections.

• Zentel Tablet can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor.
• Your doctor will determine the dosage and timing of this medication based on your medical condition.
• Swallow Zentel Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush or chew this medication.