{"product_id":"abz-suspension-10ml","title":"ABZ Suspension 10ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABZ Suspension 10ml\u003c\/b\u003e is a broad-spectrum antiparasitic (deworming) medication containing \u003cb\u003eAlbendazole\u003c\/b\u003e at a strength of \u003cb\u003e400mg per 10ml\u003c\/b\u003e. It is widely used to treat and prevent various intestinal worm infestations, primarily in children and adults who have difficulty swallowing tablets. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrimary Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis medication stops parasites from absorbing vital sugars (glucose), depleting their energy and causing them to die. The dead worms are then naturally passed out of the body through bowel movements. It effectively treats:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoundworms\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eHookworms\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePinworms\u003c\/b\u003e (threadworms) and \u003cb\u003eWhipworms\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTapeworms\u003c\/b\u003e (including complex infections like neurocysticercosis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Dosage Guidelines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eTypical single-dose deworming regimens based on standard pharmaceutical guides include:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eChildren 1 to 2 Years Old\u003c\/b\u003e: 5ml (200mg) taken as a single dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eChildren 2+ Years and Adults\u003c\/b\u003e: 10ml (400mg, the full bottle) taken as a single dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdministration\u003c\/b\u003e: Shake the bottle thoroughly before opening. Taking the liquid alongside \u003cb\u003efatty foods or milk\u003c\/b\u003e significantly improves the body's absorption of the drug. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSide Effects \u0026amp; Safety Precautions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e: Mild stomach ache, temporary nausea, vomiting, dizziness, or a brief headache.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePregnancy Warning\u003c\/b\u003e: Do not take this medication if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as Albendazole can harm an unborn baby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAge Limit\u003c\/b\u003e: It is generally not recommended for infants under 1 year of age unless specified by a pediatrician.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMedical Context\u003c\/b\u003e: Use caution and speak with a doctor first if the patient suffers from underlying liver disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47635119931692,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/abz-suspension-10ml.jpg?v=1704530957","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.africa\/products\/abz-suspension-10ml","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}