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Bandy: Frequently Asked Questions Answered

What is Bandy?

The antiparasitic medication Bandy tablets or suspensions are used to treat parasitic worm infestations. Bandy Tablet should be taken at the dose and for the length of time recommended by your doctor. You can take it with or without meals, and it is best taken at a set time. Even if you feel better, don’t miss any doses and finish the entire treatment course.

What are the uses of Bandy?

The anthelmintic Bandy Tablet is used to treat a variety of parasitic worm diseases. It works by eliminating the parasites that are causing the illness and preventing them from growing any further. This medication typically works fast to make you feel better. Even if you feel good, you should continue to take it for as long as it is advised to ensure that all parasites are eliminated and that resistance does not develop.

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    What are the side effects of Bandy?

    Most of the following side effects will go away as your body adjusts to the medication. If they don’t go away or you’re concerned about them, see your doctor.

    Bandy’s most common side effects

    • Dizziness.
    • Vomiting.
    • Dark urine.
    • Increased levels of liver enzymes.
    • Nausea.
    • Appetite loss.
    • Diarrhea.
    • Increased heartbeat.

    Precautions: If you are pregnant or planning to conceive, consult a doctor before taking Bandy medication. Do not take Bandy before or while driving, as you may feel dizzy after taking it.

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    References

    1. https://www.drugs.com/international/bandy-plus.html
    2. https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/bandy-plus-tablet-47192
    3. https://www.netmeds.com/prescriptions/bandy-400mg-tablet

    Disclaimer: The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not be treated as a replacement for physical medical consultation or advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy and the completeness of the information so provided. The absence of any information and/or warning to any drug shall not be considered and assumed as an implied assurance of the Company. We do not take any responsibility for the consequences arising out of the aforementioned information and strongly recommend you for a physical consultation in case of any queries or doubts.

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Bandy

    Give your child this medicine orally to swallow, ideally with a fat-containing meal like milk. This will aid in better absorption of the medication. Give the same amount if your child vomits within 30 minutes of having Bandy.

    Before using, consult your doctor or read the label for instructions. This medicine should be taken orally. It's frequently used to treat parasitic infections, hair infestations, and inflammatory disorders. Nausea, chest pain, diarrhea, and dizziness are some of the adverse effects.

    Yes, Bandy in the suspension form 10 ml can be given to children. Anti-worm medication Bandy-Plus Suspension treats various parasitic worm infestations in children, including roundworm and tapeworm infections. It paralyzes and restrains the worms, preventing them from sucking the body's energy and eventually killing them.

    It mainly damages the larval and adult stages of the worms. To reduce the odds of reinfection, you may need to take a second dosage two weeks later. Only take Bandy medication as directed by your doctor.

    Bandy plus should be administered to patients with light infections for at least three days and to those with severe infections for 5-7 days or as recommended by your doctor. Even if you feel better, don't miss any doses and finish the entire course of treatment. To make up for missing dosages, do not take a double dose. Proceed to the next dose as scheduled.

    Bandy Plus includes the anthelmintic medicines albendazole and ivermectin. It's an antimicrobial for parasite infections. It can efficiently destroy disease-causing worms and stop the spread of illness. Once started, you should complete the entire course of medication as prescribed by the doctor.

    Yes, adults can take it in the form of a chewable tablet for deworming. Before swallowing, chew it thoroughly or as recommended by your doctor. Bandy-Plus Chewable Tablets can be taken with or without meals, but it's best if you take them at the same time every day.

    Do not breastfeed while receiving Bandy Suspension 10 ml and for at least five days afterward. Bandy Suspension 10 ml might make you dizzy, so drive safely. Children above the age of two can be given Bandy Suspension 10 ml if recommended by their doctor.

    The Bandy Plus Tablets are not antibiotics. It's an anthelmintic that treats parasitic worm infections in the stomach and intestine. Bandy Plus Tablet is a combination medication used to treat intestinal worm infections and roundworm-related blood infections (microfilaremia). Patients weighing less than 30 kg should avoid using this medication.

    The Bandy-Plus Chewable Tablet is a combination medication used to treat parasite and worm infestations in the body. To cure the illness, it attacks worms. The Bandy-Plus Chewable Tablet is a prescription-only medicine. You should not swallow the pill before chewing it thoroughly.