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Albendazole and Neurologic dysfunction

Result of checking the interaction of drug Albendazole and disease Neurologic dysfunction for safety when used together.

Check result:

Albendazole <> Neurologic dysfunction

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Albendazole therapy of neurocysticercosis can induce an inflammatory response within the CNS that precipitates seizures and cerebral hypertension. Therapy with albendazole for neurocysticercosis should be administered cautiously in patients with or predisposition to seizures. The use of corticosteroids during the first week of therapy to prevent cerebral hypertension and anticonvulsant therapy as required is recommended.

References:

"Product Information. Albenza (albendazole)." SmithKline Beecham, Philadelphia, PA.
Cruz I, Cruz ME, Carrasco F, Horton J "Neurocysticercosis: optimal dose treatment with albendazole." J Neurol Sci 133 (1995): 152-4

Albendazole

Generic Name: albendazole

Brand Name: Albenza

Synonyms: n.a.

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