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Bendex Plus is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms, Hookworm Infection, Pinworms. Other than this, Bendex Plus has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Bendex Plus depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Bendex Plus include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Bendex Plus have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Bendex Plus 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 Bendex Plus is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Bendex Plus related warnings talks about Bendex Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Bendex Plus have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Bendex Plus with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Bendex Plus, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Bendex Plus 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 Bendex Plus safe for pregnant women?
Bendex Plus shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Bendex Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Bendex Plus. If you see any side effects, stop taking Bendex Plus immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Bendex Plus again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Bendex Plus on the Kidneys?
Using Bendex Plus does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Bendex Plus on the Liver?
Bendex Plus is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Bendex Plus on the Heart?
Bendex Plus is completely safe for the heart.
Bendex Plus 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 Bendex Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bendex Plus habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Bendex Plus has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Bendex Plus, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Bendex Plus can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Bendex Plus is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Bendex Plus is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bendex Plus
It is safe to take Bendex Plus with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bendex Plus
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Bendex Plus with alcohol.
No, Bendex Plus is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
No, Bendex Plus does not treat ringworm (a fungal infection). It should not be used in the treatment of ringworm because Bendex Plus is an anthelmintic that is active only against parasites and worms, not fungi which cause the ringworm.
Yes, Bendex 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.
Yes, Bendex Plus may cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take a laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
Bendex 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)
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