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Bandy Tablet

by Mankind Pharma Ltd
Albendazole (400mg)

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Bandy Tablet

Introduction to Bandy Tablet

ALBENDAZOLE is a member of the 'anthelmintic' class of antiparasitic medications used to treat parasite worm illnesses such as neurocysticercosis (an infection brought on by the pig tapeworm) and cystic hydatid disease (an infection brought on by the dog tapeworm). Furthermore, illnesses brought on by flukes, roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, and other parasites are treated with ALBENDAZOLE.

Safety Advice for Bandy Tablet

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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The potential interactions between alcohol and Albendazole are unclear. Kindly speak with your physician.

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If you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant, avoid taking Albendazole since it may be harmful to the fetus. If you are concerned about this, kindly consult your physician.

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Avoid breastfeeding while taking ALBENDAZOLE and for at least five days following therapy. If you are concerned about this, kindly consult your physician.

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Patients with renal impairment could require dose adjustments. If you have kidney impairment or have any concerns about this, please see your physician.

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For patients who have hepatic impairment, a dose change may be necessary. If you believe you may have a liver impairment or have any questions about this, please see your physician.

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ALBENDAZOLE may make you feel lightheaded. If you're not paying attention, don't use machinery or drive.

How Bandy Tablet works

Albendazole is used to treat worm-related illnesses. To cause the worm to run out of energy and perish, it prevents it from absorbing sugar, or glucose. This medication can only be obtained with a prescription from your physician.

How To Use Bandy Tablet

  • Take it Albendazole as directed.
  • Do not chew or break open the pill or capsule swallow it whole with a glass of water.
  • Depending on your medical condition, you should take Albendazole from your doctor for the whole suggested duration.

Special Precautions About Bandy Tablet

  • While using ALBENDAZOLE, you may bleed or bruise easily. If you observe unusual bleeding or bruising, see your doctor.
  • During ALBENDAZOLE treatment, routine monitoring of liver function and blood cell count is indicated.
  • Maintaining good hygiene and avoiding contact with sick individuals can help reduce the risk of infection caused by ALBENDAZOLE.

Benefits Of Bandy Tablet

  • Additionally, illnesses brought on by flukes, roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, pinworms, and other parasites are treated with ALBENDAZOLE.
  • ALBENDAZOLE is a member of the anthelmintic medication class, which is used to treat worm infections, including cystic hydatid disease and neurocysticercosis.

Side Effects Of Bandy Tablet

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach Pain
  • Dizziness

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Bandy Tablet

  • Use the medicine as you remember to take. 
  • If the next dose is near then Skip the missed Dose. 
  • Do not double up for the missed Dose. 
  • If you miss doses frequently then consult your Doctor.

Health And Lifestyle

Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, particularly before and after using the restroom or while eating. Steer clear of raw meat and fish. Cook meat thoroughly before consuming it. Before consumption, wash all fruits and vegetables well. Reheat or wash food that has been sitting about for a while. Steer clear of soil that might be tainted with excrement. Foods that have been left out in the open at markets should be avoided as they may be contaminated. Sip purified, boiled water.

Drug Interaction

  • H2 blockers (Cimetidine)
  • Corticosteroids (Dexamethasone)

Drug Food Interaction

Disease Explanation

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Intestinal worms or helminths are other names for parasitic worms. They infect and feed on their hosts, causing illnesses and weakness. Intestinal worms often come in two varieties: flatworms like flukes and tapeworms, and roundworms. Ingestion of tainted water, food, or soil, contact with tainted excrement, inadequate sanitization, and inadequate hygiene practices can all lead to worm infections.

FAQ's on Bandy Tablet

When should I take albendazole tablet?

How to use Albendazole. Take this medication by mouth with meals as directed by your doctor, usually 1 to 2 times daily. If you or your child have trouble swallowing tablets, you may crush or chew your dose and take it with water.

Does Bandy treat Giardia?

Bandy can be used to treat giardiasis. It has shown activity against anaerobic protozoa like Giardia lamblia and Trichomonas vaginalis. Please consult your doctor if you think you are suffering from giardiasis as it requires proper diagnosis and treatment.

How does Bendex 400 work?

Bendex 400 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which helps treat many parasitic worm infections. It works by killing and stopping the further growth of parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly.

Is Bandy an over the counter product?

Bandy is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is a prescription medicine.

What is the use of Bendex 400 tablet?

Bendex-400 Tablet is used to treat infections of the stomach or intestinal caused by various worms. This m. Albendazole in Bendex-400 Tablet deprives the worm of glucose and energy source, thus killing the worm and removing them from the body.

What is Bandy tablet used for?

Bandy Tablet is used for the treatment of infections caused by helminths (worms) like pin worms/thread worms, roundworms, hookworms, whip worms, liver flukes and tapeworm infections.

Can I take Bandy with fluconazole?

Bandy can be taken with fluconazole. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

What is Bandy used for?

Bandy is used for the treatment of infections caused by helminths (worms) like Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm/threadworm), Ascaris lumbricoides (roundworm), Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator americanus (hookworms), Trichuris trichiura (whipworm), Strongyloides stercoralis, animal hookworm larvae causing cutaneous larva migrans, and Opisthorchis viverrini (liver flukes) and Clonorchis sinensis. It is also indicated for the treatment of Hymenolepis nana and Taenia spp. (tapeworm) infections and has shown good activity against anaerobic protozoa like Giardia lamblia and Trichomonas vaginalis. Please consult your doctor before taking any treatment for worms as there could be many worms against which Bandy would not be effective.

Can albendazole be used in pregnancy?

Albendazole and mebendazole are well tolerated, with no adverse events in pregnant women and their fetuses when given after the first trimester of pregnancy. Anthelminthic medicines must not be given during the first trimester.

Why is albendazole used?

Albendazole is an anthelmintic (an-thel-MIN-tik) or anti-worm medication. It prevents newly hatched insect larvae (worms) from growing or multiplying in your body. Albendazole is used to treat certain infections caused by worms such as pork tapeworm and dog tapeworm.

Is Bandy safe in G6PD deficiency?

Bandy is safe to use in people with G6PD deficiency. Please consult your doctor to know more about drugs which are to be avoided in G6PD deficient people.

When should I take my Bandy Plus tablet?

Take this medication by mouth. Chew it completely before swallowing, or as directed by your doctor. Bandy-Plus Chewable Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Does Bandy work?

Bandy works if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Does Bandy kill eggs?

Bandy does not kill the eggs of the worms. It acts against the larva and the adult form of the worms.

Is Bandy effective for treating pinworms?

Bandy is used for the treatment of pinworms (Enterobius vermicolaris). Bandy is active against the larval and the adult stages. Consult your doctor before taking any medicines for worm infections.

Is Bandy useful in the treatment of scabies?

Bandy is not used for the treatment of scabies. If you think you are suffering from scabies, please consult your doctor as it requires proper diagnosis and treatment.

How many times should I take albendazole?

The dose is usually 15 mg per kg of body weight per day, divided into 2 doses, taken with meals for 28 days. This is followed by not taking albendazole for 14 days, for a total of 3 cycles. The dose is usually not more than 800 mg per day. Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

How does Bandy work?

Bandy works by killing the larva and the adult form of the worm by inhibiting tubulin polymerization which causes energy depletion and decreases the mobility of the worm and hence kills the helminth.

Is Bandy safe?

Bandy is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

What happens when you take deworming tablets?

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and rise of temperature (fever) are some of the common yet temporary side effects of this medicine. Rarely, Deworm Tablet may cause blood cell abnormalities as a serious side effect.

Does Bandy cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea is an uncommon side effect of Bandy. Please consult your doctor if you experience diarrhea after taking Bandy.

When do you give Bandy syrup?

Bandy Suspension can be given at any time of the day just remember to give it with a fat-containing food such as milk.

Is Bandy an antibiotic?

Bandy is an antibiotic. It is an anthelmintic drug and is used in the treatment of many parasitic infections.

Does Bandy kill tapeworms?

Bandy is active against tapeworms like Hymenolepis nana and Taenia spp. Please consult your doctor before taking any medicine for these worm infestations.

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Himani sharma

Msc in Food science & Nutrition

Content Updated on

Saturday, 23 November, 2024

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Bandy Tablet

by Mankind Pharma Ltd
Albendazole (400mg)

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Bandy Tablet

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