Bendex 400 Tablet is an antiparasitic medicine used to treat parasitic worm infections.

Introduction:
Bendex 400 Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Some people may experience vomiting, dizziness, increased liver enzymes, nausea, and loss of appetite as the side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. You may be monitored with blood tests and liver function tests throughout your treatment.

Dosage Form:
Tablet

Side Effects:

• No common side effects listed.

How to Use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bendex 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it Works:
Bendex 400 Tablet is an antiparasitic medication. It works by keeping the worms from absorbing sugar (glucose) thereby depleting their energy level. This causes the worms to die and treats your infection.

Quick Tips:

• You have been prescribed Bendex 400 Tablet to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections.
• It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Bendex 400 Tablet.
• Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
• Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
• Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.

Interacting Drugs:

• Estradiol
• Tibolone
• Estriol
• Carbamazepine

FAQs:

• Is Bendex 400 Tablet an antibiotic?
  Yes, Bendex 400 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine. It is used to treat infections caused by worms.


• What is Bendex 400 Tablet used for?
  Bendex 400 Tablet is used for the treatment of infections caused by helminths (worms) like pin worms/thread worms, roundworms, hookworms, whip worms, liver flukes and tapeworm infections. It can also be effective against some organisms that can survive without oxygen too, like Giardia lamblia and Trichomonas vaginalis. It is important to consult your doctor before taking any treatment for worms as there could be many worms against which Bendex 400 Tablet would not be effective.


• How does Bendex 400 Tablet work?
  Bendex 400 Tablet works by killing the larva and the adult form of the worm by reducing the energy source (glucose) of the worms. This helps to decrease the mobility of the worms and they die eventually.


• What is the best time to take Bendex 400 Tablet?
  Bendex 400 Tablet should be taken exactly as advised by the doctor. Do not self-medicate. However, it may be given once or twice a day depending on the condition you are being treated for. It may be taken in the morning or evening. It is usually prescribed to be taken on an empty stomach but you may be asked to take it with food for treating some conditions. Follow your doctor’s advice carefully to get the most benefit.


• Does Bendex 400 Tablet kill eggs of the worms?
  No, Bendex 400 Tablet does not kill the eggs of the worms. It acts against the larva and the adult form of the worms only. You may have to take a second dose two weeks later, to lessen the chances of reinfection. Bendex 400 Tablet should be taken only as advised by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.


• Is Bendex 400 Tablet safe?
  Bendex 400 Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.


• Is Bendex 400 Tablet effective for treating pinworms?
  Yes, Bendex 400 Tablet is an effective medicine which is used for the treatment of pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis). It shows active action against the larval and the adult stages of the worms. Consult your doctor before taking any medicines for worm infections.


• Is Bendex 400 Tablet an over the counter product?
  No, Bendex 400 Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is a prescription medicine which means it can be bought with a valid prescription by a doctor only.


• Does Bendex 400 Tablet kill tapeworms?
  Bendex 400 Tablet can work against tapeworms like Hymenolepis nana and Taenia spp. Please consult your doctor before taking any medicine for worm infestations.


• Who should not take Bendex 400 Tablet?
  Bendex 400 Tablet should not be given to patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine, or any other similar medicines like mebendazole or thiabendazole, in the past. Signs of an allergic reaction may include an itchy skin rash, shortness of breath and swelling of the face or tongue. Tell your doctor about all medications and supplements you are taking before starting Bendex 400 Tablet.


• What if I forget to take a dose of Bendex 400 Tablet?
  If you forget a dose of Bendex 400 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.