X-Worm (Albendazole 400mg)

X-Worm general information

What is X-Worm used for?

X-Worm tablets 400mg are used to treat parasitic infections with tapeworm that cause a range of symptoms and diseases, depending on the location of the parasite in the body and the stage of its development.  Tapeworm infections are caused by ingestion of eggs in infected food or by transmission of the adult tapeworm in faces, which become ingested due to poor hygiene.  Conditions that X-Worm is used for include neurocysticercosis an infection with the pig tapeworm Taenia solium of the brain or spinal cord, causing seizures and swelling of the brain.  X-Worm is also used to treat hydatid disease caused by the larval form of the dog tapeworm, Echinococcus granulosus that causes the formation of cysts in the liver, lung, and peritoneum resulting in symptoms including abdominal pain, jaundice, coughing and chest pain, depending on the location of the cysts.  it may take months or years before symptoms appear.  This form of tapeworm requires two hosts, a canine carnivore like the dog and an herbivore like sheep, which is the intermediate host for the production of eggs. The infection is usually transmitted to humans by handling infected dogs.  X-Worm is also effective in treating infections with other intestinal parasites, including Ascaris lumbricoides (roundworm), Trichuris trichiura (whipworm), Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm/threadworm), Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator americanus (hookworm).  

How does X-Worm work?

X-Worm contains albendazole, a benzimidazole anthelmintic that is used to treat diseases caused by helminth intestinal parasites.  Albendazole in X-Worm is effective against all stages of the parasite and works by binding to the colchicine-sensitive site of tubulin, which inhibits its polymerization and assembly into microtubules.  This action of Albendazole in X-Worm inhibits the formation of microtubules in the cells of the parasite tegument and intestinal wall, resulting in a disruption of the metabolism of the parasite, including impaired glucose uptake, which depletes energy stores and eventually paralyses the parasite, which then dies.

What does X-Worm contain?

X-Worm contains the active ingredient albendazole (400mg), an anthelmintic that is used to treat diseases caused by helminth intestinal parasites.

Treating tapeworm with X-Worm

X-Worm is an anthelmintic medication that is used to treat the diseases caused by infection with tapeworm an intestine parasite that is transmitted by ingesting infecting meat or faeces.  Conditions that X-Worm is used for include neurocysticercosis an infection with the pig tapeworm Taenia solium of the brain or spinal cord, causing seizures and swelling of the brain.  X-Worm is also used to treat hydatid disease caused by the larval form of the dog tapeworm, Echinococcus granulosus that causes the formation of cysts in the liver, lung, and peritoneum and causes symptoms including abdominal pain, jaundice, coughing and chest pain, depending on the location of the cysts.  it may take months or years before symptoms appear.  This form of tapeworm requires two hosts, a canine carnivore like the dog and an herbivore like sheep, which is the intermediate host for the production of eggs. The infection is usually transmitted to humans by handling infected dogs.  Albendazole in X-Worm tablets 400mg works by inhibiting the formation of microtubules in the cells of the parasite tegument and intestinal wall.  This action results in a disruption of the metabolism of the parasite, including impaired glucose uptake, which depletes energy stores and eventually paralyses the parasite, which then dies. 

What are the side effects of X-Worm?

The most commonly reported side effects when taking X-Worm tablets 400mg include, gastrointestinal disturbances (abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting), dizziness, headache, fever and hair loss.

When should X-Worm not be used?

You should not use X-Worm tablets 400mg if you:

• are allergic to albendazole or any ingredients in X-Worm
• are pregnant or are breastfeeding
• have liver disease
• have Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis
• are taking medicines that interact with X-Worm, including the anthelmintic praziquantel cimetidine for ulcers, corticosteroids like dexamethasone,

How should X-Worm be taken?

You should take your X-Worm tablets 400mg swallowed whole and with food twice daily morning and evening. The dose you take and for how long depends on what you are being treated for and your doctor’s recommendation, usually for up to 28 days.  Your doctor may suggest another round of medication depending on how effective the first 28 days has been in eliminating the parasite.  You should continue to take your X-Worm tablets 400mg for as long as recommended by your doctor.

How long should you take X-Worm?

You should continue to take your X-Worm tablets 400mg for as long as recommended by your doctor.

Missed dose of X-Worm

If you miss a dose of X-Worm tablets 400mg take it as soon as you remember, unless it is time to take the next dose, then skip the missed dose.  Do not take a double dose.

How should X-Worm be stored?

You should store your X-Worm tablets 400mg below 25°C in a cool dry place.