Bendole Tablet 200mg

About Bendole Tablet 200mg

Bendole Tablet 200mg Uses

• Treatment of roundworm (Ascaris lumbricoides) infection
• Treatment of hookworm infection
• Treatment of whipworm (Trichuris trichiura) infection
• Treatment of tapeworm infections
• Used in hydatid disease (echinococcosis) under specialist supervision
• Used in neurocysticercosis under specialist supervision

Bendole Tablet 200mg Benefits

• Broad spectrum action against multiple worm species in a single course
• Single tablet dosing is convenient for common worm infections
• Useful longer course option for complex conditions like hydatid disease
• Well studied safety profile when taken exactly as directed

What Experts Say

Albendazole is a benzimidazole anthelmintic that binds to the beta tubulin protein inside intestinal parasites. This disrupts microtubule formation within the worm, which stops it from absorbing glucose. Without a steady glucose supply the parasite's energy stores are depleted and it eventually dies.

A single tablet often clears common infections such as roundworm, hookworm and whipworm, though the doctor may repeat the dose after two weeks in some cases. For conditions like hydatid disease, treatment involves multiple cycles over several months under close specialist supervision and monitoring.

Taking the tablet with a fatty meal significantly increases how much of the drug is absorbed into the bloodstream, which matters more for systemic infections than for simple gut worms. Periodic liver function checks are recommended for anyone on extended treatment courses beyond a few days, especially in people with existing liver conditions.

Drug Class

• Benzimidazole anthelmintic
• Antiparasitic agent
• Broad spectrum dewormer

Bendole Tablet 200mg formula

• Albendazole

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Bendole Tablet 200mg?

• Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water or chew it as directed on the label.
• Take with a meal, preferably one containing some fat, to improve absorption.
• Follow the exact dose and duration advised by the doctor for the specific infection.
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve earlier.
• Do not skip doses during extended courses for conditions like hydatid disease.

Drug Interactions

• Dexamethasone: May increase albendazole blood levels when used together during neurocysticercosis treatment.
• Cimetidine: May raise albendazole levels in the liver tissue and bile.
• Praziquantel: May increase blood levels of the active albendazole metabolite when combined.
• Grapefruit Juice: May affect absorption and should be avoided close to dosing.

Risks and warnings

• Pregnancy: Avoid use during the first trimester unless the treating doctor considers it necessary.
• Liver Disease: Use with caution and under medical supervision in people with existing liver problems.
• Blood Disorders: Prolonged high dose therapy may affect blood cell counts and needs monitoring.
• Neurocysticercosis Treatment: Needs close monitoring for seizures and brain swelling in the first days of therapy.
• Breastfeeding: Discuss with a doctor before use since limited data exists on safety during lactation.

Bendole Tablet 200mg Side Effects

• Nausea
• Abdominal pain or stomach upset
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Temporary hair thinning with prolonged high dose use
• Elevated liver enzymes with prolonged use
• Allergic skin reactions such as rash or itching (rare)
• Fever, most often reported during hydatid disease treatment (rare)

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Keep the tablets in the original blister pack until ready to use.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use beyond the expiry date printed on the pack.