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Differernt doses of mebendazole and albendazole.

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Dosing: mebendazole and albendazole come in different dosages. The correct dose is determined based on what is being treated. Talk with your primary care doctor to determine what is needed for your particular situation.

Answered 5/26/2019

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Depends..: Mebendazole...500mg single dose or 100mg twice a day for 3days. Albendazol 400mg single dose......

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