TANZOL (Albendazole Chewable 400mg) x 1 Tablet. Generic name: Albendazole. Brand name: Tanzol. Class: Anthelmintic (anti-worm) medication. Pack size: 1 tablet. Strength: 400 mg. Amount: ₦300. Description: Albendazole is an oral medication used to treat certain parasitic infections, such as tapeworm, roundworm, and hookworm infections. Tanzol is the brand name for the 400mg albendazole tablet. Key features: • Broad-spectrum antiparasitic agent. • Effective against a variety of intestinal parasites. • Taken orally as a tablet. Side effects: • Common side effects include nausea, abdominal pain, and headache. • Rare but serious side effects include bone marrow suppression and liver inflammation. Cautions: • Avoid use in pregnancy unless no alternative treatment is appropriate. • Monitor liver function tests and blood counts during treatment. • Potential for interactions with other medications like theophylline. • Discontinue use if clinically significant changes in blood counts or liver enzymes occur.
