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Biobend I 6mg/400mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
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CAUTION
Biobend I 6mg/400mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Biobend I 6mg/400mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Biobend I 6mg/400mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Biobend I
Ivermectin(6mg)
Uses
Ivermectin is used in the treatment of parasitic infections.
How it works
Ivermectin is an antiparasitic medication. It works by binding to the muscle and nerve cells of worms, causing their paralysis and death. This treats your infection.
Common side effects
Vomiting, Dizziness, Itching, Peripheral edema, Fever, Joint pain, Vertigo, Swelling of lymph nodes, Synovitis, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Encephalopathy, Rash, Skin irritation, Application site burning, Sleepiness, Weakness, Headache, Nausea, Constipation, Diarrhea, Tremors, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Facial swelling, Fast heart rate, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Increased hemoglobin, Increased alanine aminotransferase, Increased aspartate aminotransferase, Decreased white blood cell count, Decreased appetite, Abdominal pain, Muscle pain, Red spots or bumps, Contact dermatitis, Allergic dermatitis
Albendazole(400mg)
Uses
Albendazole is used in the treatment of parasitic infections.
How it works
Albendazole 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.
Common side effects
Vomiting, Dizziness, Increased liver enzymes, Nausea, Headache, Hair loss, Fever, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Decreased white blood cell count, Hypersensitivity, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Erythema (skin redness), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets), Aplastic anemia, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood)
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Expert advice FOR Biobend I
- Ivermectin helps treat parasitic infections of your intestinal tract, skin, and eyes.
- Take it on an empty stomach with a full glass of water.
- You usually need to take it only once to get rid of your infection. However, if you don't feel better after taking it, talk to your doctor.
- Drink lots of fluids and avoid caffeine when taking this medication.
- Your doctor may get stool and blood tests after taking the medication to see if you have gotten rid of the infection.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions FOR Biobend I
Ivermectin
Q. What is Ivermectin? What is it used for?
Ivermectin belongs to a class of medicines known as ectoparasiticides. It helps to treat many types of parasite infections, including head lice, scabies, river blindness (onchocerciasis), certain types of diarrhea (strongyloidiasis) and some other worm infections. It can be taken by mouth or applied to the skin for external infestations.
Q. Is Ivermectin effective?
Ivermectin is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. It is important to complete the full course of treatment. Stopping the use of Ivermectin may cause the symptoms to return or even worsen.
Q. Is Ivermectin available over the counter?
No, Ivermectin is not available over the counter. It can only be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not self-medicate to avoid any side effects. Take it only under the supervision of a healthcare professional to get the maximum benefit of Ivermectin.
Albendazole
Q. Is Albendazole an antibiotic?
Yes, Albendazole is an antibiotic medicine. It is used to treat various infections caused by worms. Albendazole should be taken only when prescribed by the doctor.
Q. What is Albendazole used for?
Albendazole 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. Along with that, the medicine has shown good activity against some organisms that can survive without oxygen too, like Giardia lamblia and Trichomonas vaginalis. Please consult your doctor before taking any treatment for worms as there could be many worms against which Albendazole would not be effective.
Q. How does Albendazole work?
Albendazole 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.