What it means
An anthelmintic related to mebendazolemeh-BEN-duh-zoleA chewable drug that kills intestinal worms such as pinworms, roundworms and hookworms.Full entry , used for tapeworm infections that reach the brain (neurocysticercosis) or liver (hydatid disease) and for some roundworms. Longer courses can lower blood counts and raise liver enzymes, and it can harm a fetus.
For the nurse
Give it with a fatty meal to improve absorption. Blood counts and liver tests are checked during long courses. A pregnancy test may be done first, with birth control during treatment.
At a glance
| Drug class | anthelmintic |
|---|---|
| Brand names | Albenza |
| Also written | Albenza |
Related terms
infectious disease
An illness caused by a germ such as a bacterium, virus, fungus or parasite.
mebendazole
A chewable drug that kills intestinal worms such as pinworms, roundworms and hookworms.