No, Albenza (Albendazole) is not sold over the counter because its use requires a confirmed diagnosis and medical supervision to avoid serious complications and ensure effective treatment.
It’s prescribed for potentially dangerous parasitic infections—some of which affect the brain or liver—and improper use can lead to severe side effects, including liver toxicity and bone marrow suppression.
Additionally, blood tests and imaging may be needed to monitor treatment, and inappropriate use could contribute to drug resistance. These factors make it unsuitable for self-diagnosis or unsupervised treatment.