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Brand: Albenza, Eskazole, Zentel
Albendazole is a broad-spectrum anthelmintic drug used to treat a variety of parasitic worm infestations. It belongs to the benzimidazole class of drugs and works by preventing the worms from absorbing glucose, leading to their starvation and death. Albendazole is effective against a wide range of intestinal parasites, including roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and tapeworms. It is also used to treat some tissue parasite infections, such as hydatid disease and neurocysticercosis.
For the treatment of various parasitic worm infestations, including intestinal parasites and some tissue parasites.
Outcome:
Increased albendazole plasma levels
Mechanism:
Inhibition of albendazole metabolism
Outcome:
Increased albendazole plasma levels
Mechanism:
Inhibition of CYP3A4 enzyme
Outcome:
Increased albendazole absorption
Mechanism:
Enhanced solubility
Most likely new formulation: sustained-release formulation for improved patient compliance (Year: 2026, 70% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and clinical trial data, there is a low likelihood of any major regulatory changes for albendazole in the next 5 years.
Anthelmintic
Benzimidazole