Bandy 200 Mg Suspension, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. The alternative uses of Bandy 200 Mg Suspension have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Bandy 200 Mg Suspension depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Bandy 200 Mg Suspension include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Bandy 200 Mg Suspension can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Bandy 200 Mg Suspension are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Bandy 200 Mg Suspension is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Bandy 200 Mg Suspension related warnings talks about Bandy 200 Mg Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Bandy 200 Mg Suspension is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Bandy 200 Mg Suspension contraindications section.
Besides this, Bandy 200 Mg Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Bandy 200 Mg Suspension, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Bandy 200 Mg Suspension is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Bandy 200 Mg Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Bandy has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Bandy without medical advice.
Is the use of Bandy 200 Mg Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Bandy as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Bandy 200 Mg Suspension on the Kidneys?
Bandy rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Bandy 200 Mg Suspension on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Bandy on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Bandy 200 Mg Suspension on the Heart?
Bandy is rarely harmful for the heart.
Bandy 200 Mg Suspension should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bandy 200 Mg Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bandy 200 Mg Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Bandy 200 Mg Suspension can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Bandy 200 Mg Suspension since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Bandy 200 Mg Suspension, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Bandy 200 Mg Suspension in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Bandy 200 Mg Suspension
Taking Bandy 200 Mg Suspension with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bandy 200 Mg Suspension
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Bandy 200 Mg Suspension at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
No, Bandy is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
Discontinuation of Bandy on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Bandy should be taken with a meal, especially with a fatty meal which helps in absorption of a drug. Preferably taken at night which helps, your worm will come out with feces. However, take it exactly as your doctor recommended you to take it.
Yes, Bandy causes diarrhea. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine.
Yes, Bandy may cause hair loss. It is reversible, may grow back after stopping the medicine. However, if you experience hair loss after consuming medicine, immediately inform a doctor and follow his/her instruction.
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References
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 850-851