Bendazol Suspension 100mg

About Bendazol Suspension 100mg

Bendazol Suspension Uses

• Treatment of roundworm (Ascaris) infections
• Treatment of hookworm and whipworm infections
• Treatment of pinworm (threadworm) infections
• Treatment of giardiasis alongside standard care when advised by a doctor

Bendazol Suspension Benefits

• Clears common intestinal parasites in children with a short, simple course
• Available as a liquid formulation for children who cannot swallow tablets
• Broad activity against several worm species with one medicine
• Helps restore normal appetite, growth and nutrient absorption after deworming

What Experts Say

Albendazole works by blocking glucose uptake in parasitic worms, which depletes their energy stores and eventually kills the parasite. This selective mechanism affects the worm's cells far more than human cells, which is why a short course is generally well tolerated.

Pediatricians favor the suspension form for young children because a liquid dose is easier to measure accurately and swallow than a tablet. Deworming schedules commonly use a single dose based on the child's age and body weight, with a repeat dose after two to three weeks for heavier infestations.

Doctors avoid Albendazole in the first trimester of pregnancy because animal studies have shown a risk to the developing fetus. For repeated or prolonged courses, liver function is checked periodically, since the drug is processed by the liver and can occasionally raise liver enzyme levels. Mild gastrointestinal upset in the days after dosing is common and usually resolves without any specific treatment.

Drug Class

• Benzimidazole anthelmintic (antiparasitic agent)

Bendazol Suspension 100mg formula

• Albendazole

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Bendazol Suspension 100mg?

• Shake the bottle well before every dose
• For children aged 1 to 2 years, give 5ml (half the standard dose) as a single dose, or as directed by the doctor
• For children above 2 years and adults, give 10ml as a single dose
• A repeat dose after 2 to 3 weeks may be advised for heavy worm infestations
• Can be taken with or without food
• Use the measuring cup provided with the bottle for accurate dosing
• Do not use in children below 1 year of age unless specifically advised by a doctor

Drug Interactions

• Dexamethasone And Other Corticosteroids: Can raise Albendazole blood levels when used together
• Praziquantel: May increase Albendazole plasma concentration when co administered for mixed parasitic infections
• Cimetidine: Can increase Albendazole levels by slowing its breakdown in the liver
• Grapefruit Juice: May increase absorption of the active drug and is best avoided close to dosing

Risks and warnings

• Pregnancy: Avoid Albendazole during the first trimester of pregnancy due to a documented risk to fetal development
• Liver Function: Monitor liver enzymes with repeated or prolonged courses, since the drug is metabolized in the liver
• Young Children: Use with caution and only under medical advice in children below 2 years of age
• Bone Marrow Suppression: Rare with short courses but more likely with repeated high dose or prolonged therapy, requiring blood monitoring
• Hypersensitivity: Avoid in patients with a known allergy to Albendazole or other benzimidazole medicines

Bendazol Suspension Side Effects

• Abdominal pain or cramping
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Temporary hair thinning with prolonged use
• Elevated liver enzymes with repeated courses
• Allergic skin rash in rare cases

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use
• Do not refrigerate or freeze the suspension
• Shake well before each use to ensure even dosing
• Discard any unused suspension after the period stated on the label once opened
• Keep out of reach of children