Bandy Plus Suspension

Composition of Bandy Plus Suspension

Bandy Plus Suspension contains Ivermectin (1.5mg) + Albendazole (200mg). It belongs to the Benzimidazole anthelmintic + Avermectin antiparasitic class of medicines.

Uses of Bandy Plus Suspension

• Treatment of mixed intestinal worm infestations such as roundworm (ascariasis)
• hookworm
• whipworm
• pinworm; may be used when both albendazole- and ivermectin-sensitive parasitic infections are suspected as per doctor advice

Key benefits

• Broad-spectrum deworming
• Effective against mixed intestinal worm infections
• Helps relieve worm-related abdominal discomfort
• Improves appetite and nutrition by clearing parasites

How Bandy Plus Suspension works

Albendazole inhibits microtubule formation and glucose uptake in worms, leading to energy depletion and death. Ivermectin increases inhibitory nerve transmission in parasites by acting on glutamate-gated chloride channels, causing paralysis and death of the parasites.

How to take Bandy Plus Suspension

Shake well before use. Take the measured dose by mouth as prescribed by a doctor; commonly given as a single dose or short course depending on age/weight and infection. Preferably take with food or milk to improve albendazole absorption; follow deworming schedule advised.

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:

• Nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• diarrhea
• dizziness
• headache
• loss of appetite
• mild rash

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

Use only on medical advice, especially in children, pregnancy, breastfeeding, liver disease, or if taking other medicines. May cause dizziness—avoid driving if affected. In heavy parasite loads, symptoms may temporarily worsen due to parasite die-off. Rarely, liver enzyme elevation or hypersensitivity reactions can occur; seek care for jaundice, severe rash, breathing difficulty, or persistent vomiting.

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

Warfarin and other anticoagulants (bleeding risk), antiepileptics like phenytoin/carbamazepine/phenobarbital (may reduce albendazole levels), cimetidine (may increase albendazole levels), strong CYP3A4 inhibitors/inducers affecting ivermectin (e.g., macrolides, azoles, rifampicin), other CNS depressants (additive dizziness)

How to store Bandy Plus Suspension

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from light. Do not freeze. Keep tightly closed and out of 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:

Anthelmintic (Deworming agent)

Drug class:

Benzimidazole anthelmintic + Avermectin antiparasitic