Bandy Plus Suspension

Composition of Bandy Plus Suspension

Bandy Plus Suspension contains Ivermectin (1.5mg) + Albendazole (200mg). It belongs to the Anthelmintic / antiprotozoal class of medicines.

Uses of Bandy Plus Suspension

Treatment of Worm infections

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Worm infections Bandy-Plus Suspension is a combination of medicines which helps treat many worm infections. It works by killing and stopping the further growth of the worms causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However
• you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better
• to make sure that all the worms are killed and do not become resistant.

How Bandy Plus Suspension works

Bandy-Plus Suspension is a mixture of two medicines: ivermectin and albendazole. Ivermectin works by binding to the muscle and nerve cells of worms, causing their paralysis and death. Albendazole works by preventing the worms from absorbing sugar (glucose), thereby depleting their energy level. This causes the worms to die, thereby treating your child’s infection effectively.

How to take Bandy Plus Suspension

Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, abdominal cramps and nerve symptoms. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Bandy Plus Suspension

Most side effects of Bandy Plus are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Bandy-Plus Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur
• they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Bandy Plus Suspension

Warnings and precautions

Treat the whole household at the same time for worm infestations, or reinfection is likely. Wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet and before eating, keep nails short, and wash bedding and underclothes in hot water. Do not drink alcohol with metronidazole, ornidazole, tinidazole or secnidazole. A repeat dose after a couple of weeks is often advised for worms — follow your doctor's instruction.

Do not take Bandy Plus if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Several medicines in this group are avoided in early pregnancy.

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor if you take anti-epileptic medicines or a blood thinner.

How to store Bandy Plus Suspension

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Bandy Plus Suspension

Do not share your child’s medicines with others, and do not give anyone else’s medicine to your child. Worm infections are easily spread between family members. Your doctor may recommend treatment for all family members on the same day, whether or not they have any symptoms of infection. Do not give raw or undercooked food to your child. Always give a balanced diet containing herbs, fruits, and spices of therapeutic value. Encourage your child to wash their hands with soap and water every time they use the toilet, as that will help prevent cross-infection. Trim your child’s nails frequently to prevent any source of worm infection. Maintain a neat space and hygiene around your child. Call your child’s doctor right away if the child exhibits signs of an allergic reaction like a rash, itching, or any other sign of infection, such as fever, gum bleeding, black or red stools, and blood in urine or vomit. This medicine is known to elevate the levels of liver enzymes. So, do not delay connecting with your child’s doctor in case your child exhibits any signs of a liver problem like dark urine, tiredness, upset stomach, light-colored stools, or yellow skin or eyes. You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat infections caused by worms and parasites. Take it with or without food or as suggested by your doctor. It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Bandy-Plus Suspension. You may have more chance of getting an infection. Stay away from people with infections, colds, or flu. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of infection such as fever or sore throat. Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MANKIND (PHARMA)

Therapeutic class:

ANTI INFECTIVES

Drug class:

Anthelmintic / antiprotozoal