Bandy
Bandy is an anthelmintic (anti-worm) medication containing Albendazole. It acts by inhibiting tubulin polymerization in the worm, causing structural and functional changes in its intestine, which leads to glucose depletion, loss of energy, and immobilization, eventually resulting in the death of the parasite.
Dosage by Body Weight
Bandy tablets can be crushed, chewed, or swallowed with water. For gastrointestinal worm infections, it is typically administered as a single dose. For systemic tissue-dwelling infections like neurocysticercosis, it should be taken with a fat-rich meal to enhance systemic absorption. Always complete the prescribed duration.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants under 1 year of age.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Generally not recommended unless specifically prescribed by a pediatrician.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 100 mg to 200 mg (2.5 ml to 5 ml suspension)
- Frequency
- Single dose
- Tracking Notes
- Usually reserved for children 1-2 years of age as per clinical discretion.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 200 mg (5 ml suspension or 1/2 chewable tablet)
- Frequency
- Single dose
- Tracking Notes
- Standard dosing for pediatric patients aged 1 to 2 years for intestinal worms.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 400 mg (10 ml suspension or 1 chewable tablet)
- Frequency
- Single dose
- Tracking Notes
- Standard dose for children above 2 years of age and adults for standard worm infestations.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants under 1 year of age. |
| 5-7 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Generally not recommended unless specifically prescribed by a pediatrician. |
| 8-10 kg | 100 mg to 200 mg (2.5 ml to 5 ml suspension) | Single dose | Usually reserved for children 1-2 years of age as per clinical discretion. |
| 11-15 kg | 200 mg (5 ml suspension or 1/2 chewable tablet) | Single dose | Standard dosing for pediatric patients aged 1 to 2 years for intestinal worms. |
| 16-20 kg | 400 mg (10 ml suspension or 1 chewable tablet) | Single dose | Standard dose for children above 2 years of age and adults for standard worm infestations. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment of various single or mixed parasitic worm infections, including neurocysticercosis (tapeworm infection in the brain), hydatid disease (parasitic infection of the liver, lungs, and abdomen), roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and whipworm infections.
Generic Name
AlbendazoleScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.