ALBENDAZOLE vs MACRODANTIN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. ALBENDAZOLE and MACRODANTIN are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	ALBENDAZOLE	MACRODANTIN
Rating	72/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$131.25 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	ALBENDAZOLE	NITROFURANTOIN, MACROCRYSTALLINE
Manufacturer	Alembic	Almatica
Dosage forms	Tablet	Capsule
Drug class	Anthelmintic	—
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	—	about 20 minutes (roughly 0.3 hours) for the parent drug in adults with normal kidney function
Treats	Ancylostomiasis, Clonorchiasis, Echinococcosis	—

albendazole macrodantin

Rating

72/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$131.25 /30

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Type

Active ingredient

ALBENDAZOLE

NITROFURANTOIN, MACROCRYSTALLINE

Manufacturer

Alembic

Almatica

Dosage forms

Tablet

Capsule

Drug class

Anthelmintic

—

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

—

about 20 minutes (roughly 0.3 hours) for the parent drug in adults with normal kidney function

Treats

Ancylostomiasis, Clonorchiasis, Echinococcosis

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Albendazole and Macrodantin?

Albendazole contains Albendazole, while Macrodantin contains Nitrofurantoin, Macrocrystalline — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.