albendazole side effects - #18245
I was recently prescribed albendazole for deworming, but I have been experiencing some strange side effects since taking it. After my first dose, I felt extremely nauseous, and my stomach started cramping. A few hours later, I had diarrhea and felt unusually dizzy. I didn’t think much of it, but after my second dose, the symptoms got worse—I even had mild headaches and trouble sleeping. I looked up online and saw that these could be albendazole side effects, but I was not expecting them to be this strong. I want to know if Ayurveda offers any natural alternatives to deworming that don’t cause such harsh reactions. Are there herbal remedies that work as effectively as albendazole but without these side effects? I have read that neem, black walnut, and vidanga are good for intestinal parasites—are these safe to use, and how should they be taken? Also, now that I have already taken albendazole, is there an Ayurvedic way to detox my body and reduce the side effects? I feel like my digestion has been off since taking the medicine, and I want to restore balance to my system. Are there specific foods, teas, or detox therapies that can help my body recover from the effects of albendazole? Another thing I am worried about is whether the medicine has completely removed the parasites or if I need to do additional treatment. Does Ayurveda have a way to confirm if my body is free of worms, or should I repeat the deworming process naturally? Please advise on how I can reduce albendazole side effects and prevent future parasitic infections using Ayurvedic methods.
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