Recommendations
| Dosage | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|
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albendazole oral 400 mg once daily for 3 days
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First choice |
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mebendazole oral 100 mg twice daily for 3 days
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Second choice |
| Dosage | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|
|
albendazole oral 400 mg once daily for 3 days
|
First choice |
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mebendazole oral 100 mg twice daily for 3 days
|
Second choice |
Use albendazole during pregnancy and breastfeeding: probably safe in pregnancy (2nd and 3rd trimesters) and during breastfeeding
Albendazole is licensed for children from 6 years of age. In children between 1 and 6 years albendazole has been extensively used worldwide and may be considered (Keijzer et al).
Take albendazole with a fatty meal (increased absorption).