Bentil Tablet 200mg

About Bentil Tablet 200mg

Bentil Tablet Uses

• Treats roundworm infections
• Treats hookworm and whipworm infections
• Treats threadworm (pinworm) infections
• Used for tapeworm infections in some cases
• Prescribed for mixed worm infestations in adults and older children

Bentil Tablet Benefits

• Works with a single tablet dose for most common worms
• Convenient chewable or swallowable tablet form for adults
• Helps relieve fatigue and poor appetite linked to worm infections
• Commonly used for whole-family deworming at home
• Cost-effective option compared to imported brands

What Experts Say

Roundworm and hookworm infections spread easily where sanitation is poor and food or water gets contaminated with soil. Albendazole tablets work by stopping worms from absorbing glucose, which cuts off their energy supply. The dead worms then pass out of the body in stool over the following days.

A single 400mg dose, meaning two tablets of this strength, clears most common infections in otherwise healthy adults and children over two years. Doctors sometimes repeat the dose after two to three weeks for stubborn or heavy infestations. The tablet can be chewed, crushed or swallowed whole with water.

Anyone with ongoing stomach pain, unexplained weight loss, itching around the anus or visible worms should consult a doctor rather than repeat dosing on their own. Public health guidance in Pakistan supports periodic deworming for school-age children in high-risk communities.

Drug Class

• Anthelmintic (Antiparasitic)
• Benzimidazole Class

Bentil Tablet 200mg formula

• Albendazole

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Bentil Tablet 200mg?

• Adults and children over 2 years: 400mg as a single dose, equal to two tablets of this strength
• Tablet can be chewed, crushed or swallowed with water
• Take with a meal containing some fat for better absorption
• A repeat dose after 2 to 3 weeks may be needed for heavy infections
• Follow the exact dose advised by the doctor for children

Drug Interactions

• Dexamethasone: Raises albendazole blood levels and side effect risk
• Cimetidine: Increases albendazole concentration in the body
• Praziquantel: Can raise albendazole levels when combined
• Phenytoin and Carbamazepine: Reduce albendazole effectiveness by speeding its metabolism

Risks and warnings

• Avoid during pregnancy, particularly in the first trimester
• Not advised for children under 2 years without medical advice
• Use cautiously in patients with liver disease
• Avoid if allergic to albendazole or related benzimidazole drugs
• Monitor blood counts with prolonged or repeated courses

Bentil Tablet 200mg Side Effects

• Abdominal pain
• Nausea or vomiting
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Temporary hair thinning with long-term use
• Mild rise in liver enzymes

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a dry place
• Keep the strip away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack