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Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml is an anti-parasite medicine used to treat different parasitic infections in children. Parasitic infections are diseases caused by parasites (micro-organisms) that live in or on another host/organism. Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml is used in treating infections of the roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, and flukes caused by parasites. It is also used to treat neurocysticercosis (infection caused by pork tapeworm) and cystic hydatid disease (infection caused by dog tapeworm).
Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml contains Albendazole as an active ingredient belonging to the class of benzimidazole drugs. It works by inhibiting tubulin polymerisation, causing metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, leading to immobilization. This eventually leads to the death of susceptible helminths and thus prevents the growth of parasitic infections.
Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml may cause certain side effects in your child, such as indigestion, diarrhea, nausea, metallic taste, vomiting, headache, and stomach pain. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your pediatrician. Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml should be given as advised by your doctor. Do not give the child more than the prescribed dose of Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml. Generally, the dose of the medicine will be decided by your pediatrician depending upon the type and severity of the infection.
Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml is intended for pediatric use only. Avoid giving Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml to your child if she/he is allergic to antibiotics. Keep your doctor informed about your child’s health condition, medications, and medical history to rule out any side effects/interactions. Avoid giving Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising symptoms in your child, and consult your paediatrician immediately.
Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml contains Albendazole. It is a broad-spectrum anthelmintic that acts against intestinal nematode and cestode infection. Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml is used in the treatment of several parasitic infections in children. It works by inhibiting tubulin polymerisation, causing metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, leading to immobilization. This eventually leads to the death of susceptible helminths and thus prevents the growth of parasitic infections.
Drug-Drug Interactions: Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml may interact with anthelmintic (praziquantel), corticosteroid (dexamethasone), antacid (cimetidine), and anti-asthma (theophylline).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor about the complete medical history of your child before giving Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml.
Parasitic infections: Parasitic worms, also called intestinal worms or helminths, are infections caused by parasites (micro-organisms) that live in or on another host/organism. Intestinal worms are of different types, such as roundworms and flatworms, such as tapeworms and flukes. These infections can occur due to consuming contaminated water, food or soil, contact with contaminated faeces, poor sanitisation and poor hygiene. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, gas, bloating, fatigue, unexplained weight loss, and dysentery (bloody stools). Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml is used in treating infections of the roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, and flukes caused by parasites.
Alcohol
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Pregnancy
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Breast Feeding
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Driving
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Liver
Caution
If your child has liver disease, inform your paediatrician before using Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml.
Kidney
Caution
If your child has kidney disease, inform your paediatrician before using Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Zentel Oral Suspension 10 ml is safe for children above two years of age if prescribed by the doctor. Your paediatrician will decide the dose of the medicine. Do not give more than the recommended dose to your child.