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Bandy Plus 12 Tablet Information

Bandy Plus 12 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms, Hookworm Infection, Pinworms. Bandy Plus 12 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Bandy Plus 12 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Bandy Plus 12 Tablet are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Bandy Plus 12 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Bandy Plus 12 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Bandy Plus 12 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Bandy Plus 12 Tablet related warnings talks about Bandy Plus 12 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Bandy Plus 12 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Bandy Plus 12 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Bandy Plus 12 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Bandy Plus Benefits & Uses
Bandy Plus Dosage & How to Take
Bandy Plus Side Effects
Bandy Plus Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Bandy Plus with Other Drugs
Bandy Plus Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Bandy Plus
Bandy Plus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Bandy Plus 12 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Bandy Plus 12 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Parasitic Infections

Bandy Plus 12 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: strength 6 mg ivermectin and 400 mg albendazole
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: strength 6 mg ivermectin and 400 mg albendazole
Adult	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: strength 6 mg ivermectin and 400 mg albendazole
Geriatric	Disease: Parasitic Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: strength 6 mg ivermectin and 400 mg albendazole

Bandy Plus 12 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Bandy Plus 12 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Bandy Plus. If you are pregnant, do not take Bandy Plus without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Bandy Plus 12 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Bandy Plus. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Bandy Plus 12 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Bandy Plus is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Bandy Plus 12 Tablet on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Bandy Plus on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Bandy Plus 12 Tablet on the Heart?

Using Bandy Plus does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Bandy Plus 12 Tablet with Other Drugs

Bandy Plus 12 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Clozapine

Lopinavir

Diltiazem

Hyoscine

Bandy Plus 12 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bandy Plus 12 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Neutropenia
Liver Cirrhosis
Fatty Liver

Frequently asked Questions about Bandy Plus 12 Tablet

Is this Bandy Plus 12 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Bandy Plus 12 Tablet is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Bandy Plus 12 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Bandy Plus 12 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Bandy Plus 12 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Bandy Plus 12 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bandy Plus 12 Tablet

It is safe to take Bandy Plus 12 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Bandy Plus 12 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Bandy Plus 12 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Bandy Plus 12 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Bandy Plus work?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Bandy Plus contains ivermectin which works by killing the parasite by causing paralysis. In this way Bandy Plus gives relief from parasitic and worm infections.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Bandy Plus?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Bandy Plus is a brand name of ivermectin and it is available in the form of a tablet, syrup. It belongs to the class of drugs known as anthelmintics. It is a prescription drug used for the treatment of parasitic and worm infections. It is also used to treat head or pubic lice infestation, and scabies (an itchy skin condition caused by small mites that live under the skin)

Question over 5 years ago

Can Bandy Plus treat ringworm?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS, MS , Urology, General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

No, Bandy Plus does not treat ringworm (a fungal infection). It should not be used in the treatment of ringworm because Bandy Plus is an anthelmintic that is active only against parasites and worms, not fungi which cause the ringworm.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is it safe to take Bandy Plus?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Bandy Plus is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Bandy Plus cause fever?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Bandy Plus may cause fever in some cases. However, if you are experiencing fever after taking this drug, then you are advised to take a fever-reducing (anti-pyretic) drug such as paracetamol. If fever becomes severe then talk to your doctor immediately and follow his/her instruction.