Albenda contains albendazole as its active ingredient, an antiparasitic medication used to treat various worm infections, including tapeworms, roundworms, hookworms, and pinworms. The typical dosage for albendazole varies depending on the specific infection and patient weight. For instance, in treating neurocysticercosis, adults weighing over 60 kg are usually prescribed 400 mg twice daily for 8 to 30 days, while those under 60 kg receive 15 mg/kg/day divided into two doses, not exceeding 800 mg/day. It's essential to take albendazole with food to enhance absorption. If you have difficulty swallowing tablets, they may be crushed or chewed and taken with water.