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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 12 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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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.
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.
What is the effect of Bandy Plus 12 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Bandy Plus is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Bandy Plus 12 Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Bandy Plus on the liver.
What is the effect of Bandy Plus 12 Tablet on the Heart?
Using Bandy Plus does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Bandy Plus 12 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
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 -
Is this Bandy Plus 12 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Bandy Plus 12 Tablet is addictive.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, Bandy Plus 12 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Bandy Plus 12 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bandy Plus 12 Tablet
It is safe to take Bandy Plus 12 Tablet with food.
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.
Yes, Bandy Plus might cause stomach (abdominal) pain. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe stomach (abdominal pain) after taking this drug then you are advised to consult with your doctor.
Take Bandy Plus as long as it is recommended by your doctor.
Yes, you can take Bandy Plus for worms. It is used effectively and safely for the treatment of infections caused by parasitic worms (hookworms, tapeworms, and pinworms).
Yes, Bandy Plus can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of the gut. 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. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Yes, you can take Bandy Plus with Benadryl (diphenhydramine). No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with Benadryl then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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