It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ben A. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ben A 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ben A is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
UNSAFE
Ben A may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ben A is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ben A may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Ben A should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ben A may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop signs of jaundice like yellowing of eyes and skin, itching, and clay colored stools while taking this medicine.
Medicine Overview of Ben A 400mg Tablet
Introduction
Ben A is an antiparasitic medicine, used for the treatment of parasitic worm infections. It works by killing the worms that cause infections and stops the infection from spreading.
Ben A should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doc...
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Uses of Ben A
Parasitic worm infections
Side effects of Ben A
Common
Vomiting
Dizziness
Increased liver enzymes
Nausea
Loss of appetite
How to use Ben A
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. Ben A may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Ben A works
Ben A 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.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Ben A to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections.
It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while...
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Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further in...
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Brief Description
Indication
Echinococcosis
Adult: <60 kg: 15 mg/kg daily in 2 divided doses. Max: 800 mg/day. ?60 kg: 400 mg bid. Admin dose for three 28-day cycles w/ a 14-day ...
Monitor blood counts and liver function. Administer within 7 days of start of normal menstruation in women of childbearing age. Adequate nonhormonal c...
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Renal Dose
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