Bandy 400 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Intestinal Worms are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Bandy 400 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Bandy 400 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Bandy 400 Mg Tablet are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Bandy 400 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Bandy 400 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Bandy 400 Mg Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Bandy 400 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Bandy 400 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Bandy 400 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Bandy 400 Mg Tablet in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia. The section on Bandy 400 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Bandy 400 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Bandy 400 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Bandy 400 Mg Tablet 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Bandy 400 Mg Tablet 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 400 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Bandy as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Bandy 400 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Bandy rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Bandy 400 Mg Tablet 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 400 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Bandy is rarely harmful for the heart.
Bandy 400 Mg Tablet 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 400 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bandy 400 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Bandy 400 Mg Tablet 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 400 Mg Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Bandy 400 Mg Tablet, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Bandy 400 Mg Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Bandy 400 Mg Tablet
Taking Bandy 400 Mg Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bandy 400 Mg Tablet
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Bandy 400 Mg Tablet 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Albenza® (albendazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 850-851