Question 1

What is Albendazole used for?

Accepted Answer

Albendazole is indicated for: GI nematodes, Giardia, hepatic parasites, liver flukes, lungworm, Nematodes, tapeworms.

Question 2

What routes can Albendazole be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: PO.

Question 3

Which species have cited Albendazole dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Albendazole dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 6 species: Bearded Dragon, Cat (Domestic), Cattle (Beef/Dairy), Dog (Domestic), Goat (Caprine), Sheep (Ovine).

Question 4

Is Albendazole a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Albendazole is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Albendazole?

Accepted Answer

Teratogenic — CONTRAINDICATED in pregnant animals. Bone marrow suppression with prolonged use. Broader spectrum than fenbendazole but more toxic. Monitor CBC.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Albendazole?

Accepted Answer

Reported side effects, adverse reactions, and contraindications for Albendazole: Teratogenic — CONTRAINDICATED in pregnant animals. Bone marrow suppression with prolonged use. Broader spectrum than fenbendazole but more toxic. Monitor CBC.

Question 7

How does Albendazole work?

Accepted Answer

Binds beta-tubulin, inhibiting microtubule polymerization in parasite cells. Disrupts glucose uptake and depletes glycogen stores.

Species	Route	Dose	Frequency	Evidence	Source
Dog (Domestic)	PO	25–50 mg/kg	q12h	Moderate	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Cat (Domestic)	PO	25–50 mg/kg	q12h	Weak	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

Albendazole

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Side effects & warnings

Species with Albendazole dosing data (7 dose rules)

Evidence levels across 7 dose rules

Backed by 3 published sources

Sample dosing (2 of 7 cited rules)

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