Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3
₹32.00
Quick fact
Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3 is an albendazole tablet used for parasitic worm infections, including tapeworm infections, neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.
Uses
What is Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3 & Important Details
Ablaze treats parasitic worm infections. Use it only as directed by a doctor.
- It is a tablet containing albendazole.
- The pack contains 3 tablets.
- It is used for infections including roundworms, hookworms, pinworms, whipworms and tapeworms.
- It is also used for neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.
How does Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3 work (mechanism of action)?
Albendazole acts on parasites, including larval forms of certain parasites.
- It blocks tubulin polymerisation in these parasites.
- This impairs their glucose uptake.
Specialized or Off-Label Uses of Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3
No off-label uses are established in the available product information. Ask your doctor about the reason it was prescribed for you.
Conditions That Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3 Will Not Treat
The available information does not establish other conditions that Ablaze treats. It is intended for the listed parasitic worm infections; ask a doctor if you are unsure about your diagnosis.
Benefits
What are the benefits of taking Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3
Ablaze is used to treat parasitic worm infections, including some infections involving larvae and cyst formation.
- It can help eliminate parasitic infections.
- It is used for neurocysticercosis and hydatid disease, where larvae can form cysts in organs such as the brain, liver and lungs.
Side Effects
What are the most common side effects of Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3?
Commonly listed side effects include abdominal pain, nausea, dizziness and headache.
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Dizziness
Contact your doctor if side effects persist or worsen.
What are the serious side effects of Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3?
The available information does not specify particular serious symptoms. Increased liver enzymes are listed as a possible side effect.
- Increased liver enzymes
- Any serious side effect or worsening of symptoms needs medical attention.
Contact your doctor promptly if a serious effect occurs or your symptoms worsen.
Severe Allergic Reactions of Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3?
Avoid Ablaze if you are allergic to albendazole or any ingredient in the tablet.
- Specific allergy symptoms are not listed in the available information.
Seek urgent medical care if you think you are having a severe allergic reaction.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?
Side effects listed for Ablaze include:
- Abdominal pain, nausea, dizziness and headache
- Vomiting and loss of appetite
Tell your doctor if symptoms persist or worsen.
Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3 Dosage Guidelines
Overview
The correct dose depends on the infection and your response to treatment. Follow the dose and schedule prescribed by your doctor. A complete product-specific dose is not established here for each age group.
Adults
A specific adult dose is not established in the available information. Your prescriber must decide your dose and schedule.
Children
A specific child dose is not established. Do not give this medicine to a child under 18 years without medical advice.
Older adults
A specific dose for older adults is not established. Use this medicine under medical supervision.
- The type of parasite being treated can affect the dose.
- The severity of the condition and response to medicine can affect the prescribed dose.
- Health conditions and other medicines should be discussed with your doctor.
Dosage Adjustments for Kidney, Liver, or Other Health Problems
Dose adjustments for these situations are not specified. Your doctor should guide treatment based on your health.
- Normal kidney function: A specific dose for normal kidney function is not established.
- Reduced kidney function: If you have kidney problems, use caution and discuss your kidney health with a doctor.
- Severe kidney impairment: Specific guidance for severe kidney impairment is not established.
- Dialysis: Dose guidance for people receiving dialysis is not established.
- Liver disease: Use cautiously if you have liver problems; your doctor may require regular liver function monitoring.
- Other important conditions: People with blood disorders should use caution because the medicine could lower blood cell counts.
Do not change your dose without advice from your doctor.
How Often and How Long to Take Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3?
Take Ablaze in the dose and for the duration prescribed by your doctor. The medicine is usually taken with meals at the same time each day.
- Complete the prescribed course, even if you feel better.
- Ask your doctor if you are unsure about your schedule.
How should I take Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3?
Taking Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3 With or Without Food
Ablaze is usually taken with meals. Follow your doctor’s instructions about when to take it.
How to Take Specific Forms (Tablets, Chewables, Liquid Suspension)
Tablets: Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. If swallowing whole is difficult, it may be crushed or chewed before swallowing with water.
Overdose/Missed Dose
What should I do if I accidentally use too much Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3?
Taking more than prescribed may cause nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain. Contact your doctor promptly if these occur or you feel unwell.
What should I do if I miss a dose of Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3?
Take a missed dose when you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip it and continue your regular schedule. Do not increase your dose.
Interactions
Does Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3 interact with foods or drinks?
Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice while taking Ablaze, as they may increase albendazole absorption and cause adverse effects.
Does Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3 interact with other medicines (drug interactions)
Some medicines may affect albendazole levels or increase unwanted effects. Tell your doctor about all medicines you take.
- Corticosteroids such as dexamethasone may increase albendazole levels and intensify side effects.
- Cimetidine, a heartburn and ulcer medicine, may increase albendazole concentration and cause adverse effects.
- Praziquantel may interact and enhance the medicine’s effects, causing unwanted side effects.
Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3 and Blood Thinners
A specific interaction with blood thinners is not established in the available information. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about your medicines.
Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3 and Birth Control (if applicable)
Product-specific birth-control instructions are not established. Ask your doctor for advice.
Interactions with Supplements, Vitamins, and Herbal Products
Specific interactions with supplements, vitamins or herbal products are not established in the available information. Tell your doctor or pharmacist what you use.
Warnings & Precautions
Who should not use Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3?
Do not take Ablaze if you are allergic to albendazole or any tablet ingredient. It is contraindicated during pregnancy.
- People with liver or kidney problems should discuss use with a doctor.
- Do not give it to a child under 18 years without medical advice.
What should I know about Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3 before using it?
Before starting Ablaze, tell your doctor about your health conditions and other medicines.
- Liver problems may require caution and liver function monitoring.
- Use caution and seek medical advice if you have kidney problems.
- Older patients should use the medicine under medical supervision.
Precautions for Pre-existing Conditions (Heart, Kidney, Liver)
Kidney disease: Use caution and discuss your kidney health with your doctor before taking the medicine.
Liver disease: Use cautiously if you have liver problems; regular liver function monitoring might be required.
Heart disease: Specific guidance for heart disease is not established in the available information.
Alcohol: Can You Drink Alcohol While Taking Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3?
Whether alcohol is safe with Ablaze is not known from the available information.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Ablaze is contraindicated during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning to conceive, consult your doctor before starting it.
Breastfeeding: Use caution because albendazole may pass into breast milk; consult your doctor before taking it.
Children: Do not give this medicine to children under 18 years without medical advice.
Older adults: Use under medical supervision.
Safe Usage & Best Practices
Why You Must Complete the Full Prescription
Continue Ablaze for the full duration prescribed, even if you start to feel better.
Consequences of Skipping Doses or Sharing Medication
Follow the prescribed schedule and do not change your dose without medical advice.
- If a dose is missed, follow the missed-dose instructions.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Can Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3 cause abdominal pain?
Yes. Abdominal pain is listed as a common side effect of Ablaze.
- Nausea, dizziness and headache are also listed as common side effects.
- Vomiting and loss of appetite are also listed.
What should you do if you feel better before finishing the medication?
Keep taking Ablaze for the full duration prescribed, even if you feel better.
- Do not stop early without speaking with your doctor.
- Ask your doctor if you have concerns about continuing treatment.
Storage Details
Store Ablaze at room temperature, ideally below 25°C.
- Protect it from light.
- Protect it from moisture.
Common brand names – Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3 available in India, USA, UK, Canada
- India: Sold as Ablaze 400 MG Tablet 3 by Indian online pharmacies such as Truemeds and PharmEasy. Other brand names are not established in the available information.
- USA: Availability under a specific brand name is not established in the available information.
- UK: Availability under a specific brand name is not established in the available information.
- Canada: Availability under a specific brand name is not established in the available information.
Frequently asked questions
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1. What is Ablaze used for?
Ans: It treats parasitic worm infections, including neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.
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2. How should I take the tablet?
Ans: Swallow it with water; if swallowing whole is difficult, it may be crushed or chewed first.
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3. Can I take it with meals?
Ans: It is usually taken with meals, following your doctor’s directions.
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4. What if I miss a dose?
Ans: Take it when remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose; then skip it. Do not increase your dose.
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5. Can I take it during pregnancy?
Ans: No. The medicine is contraindicated during pregnancy; consult your doctor.
