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Syband, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms. Secondary and off-label uses of Syband have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Syband is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Syband include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Syband have been listed ahead. These side effects of Syband are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Syband is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Syband has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Syband related warnings section.
Syband is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Syband contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Syband have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Syband, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Syband 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 Syband safe for pregnant women?
Syband shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Syband safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Syband as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Syband on the Kidneys?
Syband rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Syband on the Liver?
Syband can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Syband on the Heart?
Syband may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Syband 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 Syband unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Syband habit forming or addictive?
Syband can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Syband since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Syband is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Syband cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Syband
Taking Syband with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Syband
Taking Syband and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Syband is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Yes, Syband is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, dizziness, diarrhea, constipation, and hepatotoxicity.
Syband is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called anthelmintic. It is used to treat neurocysticercosis and cystic hydatid disease.
No, Syband is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
Yes, Syband can be taken with an antibiotic. No harmful interaction have been reported. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. It is best to consult your doctor before taking this medicine with an antibiotic.
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