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Bandy Plus Suspension

Manufactured byMANKIND PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsAlbendazole (200 mg/5 ml) + Ivermectin (1.5 mg/5 ml)
Description
Bandy Plus Suspension is a combination of Albendazole and Ivermectin. It is used in children for the treatment of various worm infections. This medicine works by paralysing the worms and also by stopping them from absorbing your body's glucose. This ultimately stops the growth of the worm, thus treating the infection. Bandy Plus Suspension shows side effects like nausea, vomiting, fever, headache, loss of appetite, stomach pain, etc. This medicine may also cause dizziness in some children. Most of these side effects are temporary and subside on their own. In rare cases, this medicine may cause bleeding. Consult your doctor if you see any unusual bleeding or if the side effects bother your child. Bandy Plus Suspension can be given to your child with milk for better absorption. Your doctor will decide the dose for your child based on the type of infection. Take the doses as prescribed to avoid re-infection. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, then give him/her another dose. Do not give more than the prescribed amount of Bandy Plus Suspension as it could lead to side effects. Bandy Plus Suspension substitutes may be required if your child is allergic to the contents of this syrup. Inform your doctor if your child is taking any other medicines.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Bandy Plus Suspension

  • Fever
  • Skin rash
  • Increased heartbeat
  • Headache
  • Swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
  • Diarrhoea
  • Dizziness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Seizures
  • Dark urine
  • Temporary hair loss
  • Bleeding and bruising
  • Shortness of breath
  • Unusual tiredness

Uses of Bandy Plus Suspension

What is it prescribed for?

  • Hydatid Disease
  • Neurocysticercosis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The exact amount of time required for Bandy Plus Suspension to show its action is not clinically established. However, it is well absorbed if taken with a high-fat meal or milk.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Bandy Plus Suspension remains active in your body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Bandy Plus Suspension.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Bandy Plus Suspension is not used in pregnant women.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Bandy Plus Suspension is not used in breastfeeding women.

Allergy

Avoid Bandy Plus Suspension if your child has a known allergy to Albendazole, Ivermectin, or any other component present in this medicine. Seek medical attention if your child develops symptoms like swelling, redness, breathing difficulty, etc. Ask for another suitable medicine in such cases.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Bandy Plus Suspension is not used in pregnant women.

Breast-feeding

Bandy Plus Suspension is not used in breastfeeding women.
General warnings

Bone Marrow Suppression

Use of Bandy Plus Suspension may alter the functionality of bone marrow (tissue inside the bones). It results in decreased count of white blood cells (WBCs). Your doctor may monitor your child's WBC count closely or adjust the dose to use this medicine safely.

Liver Diseases

Use Bandy Plus Suspension with caution if your child has any medical conditions of the liver. This medicine may increase the level of liver enzymes. Inform your doctor if your child exhibits any signs of a liver problem like dark urine, tiredness, upset stomach, light-coloured stools, or yellow skin or eyes. Your doctor will closely monitor your child's liver enzymes or prescribe a suitable alternative.

Retinal Damage

Use Bandy Plus Suspension with caution if your child has a history of eye problems such as retinal lesions (tumour that forms in the eyes). This medicine may increase the risk of vision or eye problems. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or replace it with a suitable medicine if required.

Drowsiness

Use of Bandy Plus Suspension may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some children. Avoid involving your child in activities that require mental focus like tests, sports etc.

Use in children

Bandy Plus Suspension is not recommended for use in children below 5 years of age or weighing less than 15 kg of body weight since the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Missed Dose

Give the missed dose of Bandy Plus Suspension to your child as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never give more than the prescribed dose to your child. However, if your child has consumed more than the prescribed dose of Bandy Plus Suspension, seek emergency medical treatment or contact your doctor for further guidance.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Carbamazepine

Clozapine

Oxcarbazepine

Phenytoin

Warfarin

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Avoid giving grapefruit juice to your child along with Bandy Plus Suspension due to the increased risk of side effects.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Taking Bandy Plus Suspension with food, especially fat-containing food or milk helps in better absorption of this medicine. Shake the bottle of Bandy Plus Suspension well before measuring the dose. Give Bandy Plus Suspension to your child as prescribed by your doctor. It is usually a short-term treatment. You should complete the whole treatment for maximum benefits. Worm infections can be prevented by maintaining good hygiene practices. Make sure that your child washes his/her hands before and after eating. Have clean drinking water at your home. Trim your child’s nails frequently. Avoid taking grapefruit while taking Bandy Plus Suspension. Grapefruit can increase the chances of side effects.
Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Bandy Plus Suspension is composed of Albendazole and Ivermectin. Albendazole works by disrupting certain vital functions in the worm's body. This drains the worm's energy and eventually kills it. Ivermectin paralyzes the worms and eventually results in its death.
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Classification

Category

Anthelmintics combination

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 28 Oct 2021

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