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albendazole

International nonproprietary name (English: albendazole). Brand names vary by country.

Indications retained by WHO

Echinococcosis, cysticercosis, ascariasis, trichuriasis, hookworm diseases, enterobiasis and lymphatic filariasis.

Listed forms and strengths

  • Oral > Solid > tablet: 400 mg (chewable, scored)
  • Oral > Solid > tablet: 200 mg (chewable) (cysticidal, section 6.1.4)

Forms retained in the model list; presentations available in each country may differ.

General information from the WHO list. It replaces neither the prescription nor the leaflet: dosage and duration are for the doctor or pharmacist to decide.

Source: WHO electronic Essential Medicines List (2025 edition), checked on 13/11/2026. An error or an imprecision? Let us know