Zenta plus Albendazole 400mg + Ivermectin 6mg

Indication

Zenta Plus is a combination antiparasitic used to treat a broad range of intestinal worm infestations and other parasitic infections. Albendazole kills or inhibits the growth of many intestinal nematodes, tapeworms, and some tissue parasites; ivermectin is effective against filariae and other parasites.

Ingredients

• Albendazole 400 mg
• Ivermectin 6 mg

Direction

Adults and children over 15 years (or over 15 kg): 1 tablet as a single dose. Repeat after 2 weeks if required. Take on an empty stomach or with a small fatty meal to improve absorption of albendazole. Specific dosing may vary by parasitic indication — follow prescriber instructions.

Side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• Dizziness
• headache
• Elevated liver enzymes (with prolonged use)
• Skin rash
• itching
• Mazzotti reaction (fever
• rash
• edema) if used for filarial infections with ivermectin

Precautions

• Not recommended for children under 15 kg body weight or under 2 years without medical advice.
• Contraindicated in pregnancy (especially first trimester) — albendazole is teratogenic.
• Women of childbearing age should take a pregnancy test before use and use contraception during and for 1 month after treatment.
• Use with caution in patients with liver impairment
• monitor liver enzymes during prolonged treatment.
• May cause dizziness — avoid driving or operating machinery.
• Do not use during breastfeeding without medical advice.