Banocide Forte Tablet
Diethylcarbamazine (100mg)
by Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
strip of 30 tablets
About this medicine
Banocide Forte Tablet belongs to a class of medication called anti-helminthic. It is used in the treatment of worm infections and filariasis. It can act against both the larval and adult forms of the parasitic worms that cause filariasis. Banocide Forte Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned. Some people may experience a headache, dizziness, vomiting, and abnormal liver function tests as the side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. You may be monitored with blood tests and liver function tests throughout your treatment.
Uses
- Treatment of Worm infections
- Treatment of Filariasis
Benefits
In treatment of Worm infections
Banocide Forte Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which helps treat many parasitic worm infections. It works by killing and stopping the further growth of parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.
How it works
Banocide Forte Tablet belongs to a class of medications called anthelmintics. It kills the parasitic worms that cause parasitic worm infections as well as Filariasis. This helps to treat your infection.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Banocide Forte Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Banocide Forte Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Banocide Forte Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Banocide Forte Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Banocide Forte Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Banocide Forte Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Banocide Forte Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Banocide Forte Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Piperazine carboxamides
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Anti infectives
- Action Class
- Antiprotozoal agents
Frequently asked questions
What is Banocide Forte Tablet used for?
Banocide Forte Tablet is used to treat parasitic worm infection and filariasis (elephantiasis). Filariasis is a disease in which swelling of arms, legs or other body parts may occur. Banocide Forte Tablet is used to treat Bancroft's filariasis, eosinophilic lung, loiasis and river blindness (onchocerciasis).
Can the use of Banocide Forte Tablet cause drowsiness?
Yes, Banocide Forte Tablet can make you feel drowsy. Avoid driving, operating on machinery, working at heights, or participating in potentially dangerous activities, especially during the initial days of your treatment. However, if your condition does not improve, consult your doctor.
Is Banocide Forte Tablet effective?
Banocide Forte Tablet 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. If you stop using Banocide Forte Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Banocide Forte Tablet?
The use of Banocide Forte Tablet should be avoided in patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine. Also, patients who are suffering from asthma should refrain from using Banocide Forte Tablet. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have or had any medical condition before starting your treatment with the medicine.
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Banocide Forte Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container or pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
How does Banocide Forte Tablet work?
Banocide Forte Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as anthelmintics. It works by killing both the larval and adult forms of the parasitic worms that cause Filariasis.
What if I forget to take a dose of Banocide Forte Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Banocide Forte Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Is Banocide Forte Tablet safe?
Banocide Forte Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Salt composition
- Diethylcarbamazine (100mg)
- Pack
- strip of 30 tablets
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
Same salt, other brands
Therapeutically equivalent. Ask your doctor or our pharmacist before substituting.
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.