Banocide 50mg
Banocide 50mg Tablet is an antiparasitic agent used for the prevention and treatment of worm infections which may cause severe swelling of the arms, legs, and genitals. It may also be used for the prevention and treatment of worm infections of the eye which may cause blindness and worm infections which may cause joint, connective tissue, nervous system, or breathing disorders. It is not recommended to prevent or treat the infections caused by pinworms and tapeworms.
Substitutes
List of substitutes for Banocide 50mg Tablet
Hetrazan 50 mg Tablet
Pfizer Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Banocide 50 mg Tablet
Fever
Tender, swollen glands in the neck
Skin rash
Visual disturbances
Nausea and vomiting
Dizziness
Anemia
Constipation or diarrhea
Drowsiness
Uses of Banocide 50mg Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Lymphatic Filariasis
This medicine is used in the prevention and treatment of Lymphatic filariasis caused by Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi, and Brugia timori. This is a disease characterized by severe swelling of the arms, legs, or genitals.
Loiasis
This medicine is used in the prevention and treatment of Loiasis, a worm infection of the eyes caused by Loa loa which is transmitted through the bite of a deer fly or a mango fly.
Toxocariasis
This medicine is used in the prevention and treatment of Toxocariasis, a worm infection which may cause rheumatic, neurologic, and asthmatic symptoms, and rarely blindness.
Tropical pulmonary eosinophilia
This medicine is recommended as the primary treatment of Tropical pulmonary eosinophilia which is caused by Wuchereria bancrofti and characterized by a persistent cough that aggravates at night, weakness, low-grade fever, and enlarged spleen.
Dosage
Banocide 50mg Tablet
Banocide Forte Tablet
When not to use?
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Diethylcarbamazine or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Onchocerciasis
Patients being treated with this medicine for onchocerciasis may experience Mazzotti reaction which may be characterized by fever, headache, dizziness, vomiting, lymphangitis, or asthmatic attacks. These patients should be monitored closely and supportive care should be initiated based on the severity of the reaction.
Warnings
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Prolonged use
Prolonged use of this medicine may cause tunnel vision, night blindness, or loss of vision.
Use in severely ill patients
Do not use this medicine in severely ill patients with other acute diseases until their recovery.
Epilepsy
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of epilepsy due to the increased risk of convulsions or seizures. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Heart diseases
The use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with cardiac diseases due to the increased risk of severe side effects like tachycardia (increased heartbeat). Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Other medicines
This medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Driving or operating heavy machinery
This medicine may cause blurred vision, drowsiness, or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.
Dosage
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Antimalarial drugs
Disease interactions
Kidney disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Liver disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
General Instructions
Take this medicine as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
