Bendex 400mg Syrup

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Last updated on 13 Apr 2026 | 10:23 AM (IST)

Bendex 400mg Syrup is an anthelmintic (anti-worm) medicine used to treat various parasitic infections. It is commonly prescribed for intestinal worm infections such as roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and pinworms. It works by killing the worms that cause infections and stops the infection from spreading.

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General Information

Contains

Albendazole (400mg)

Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Bendex 400mg Syrup should be taken with food. Follow all your doctor’s advice on the dose and duration for best results. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Some people may experience abnormal liver function tests, abdominal pain, nausea/vomiting, reversible alopecia, headache, dizziness/vertigo, and fever 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.

Before taking Bendex 400mg Syrup, inform your doctor if you have liver disease, a history of bone marrow suppression, or any known allergies to the medication. Advise females to use an effective method of contraception during treatment with Bendex 400mg Syrup. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before use. Regular blood tests and liver function monitoring may be required during prolonged use.

Uses of Bendex Syrup

Treatment of Parasitic infections

Benefits of Bendex Syrup

Treatment of Parasitic infections
Bendex 400mg Syrup is an antibiotic medicine that 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.

Side effects of Bendex Syrup

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Bendex

Abnormal liver function tests
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Hair loss
Headache
Dizziness
Vertigo
Fever
Increased intracranial pressure

How to use Bendex Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Bendex 400mg Syrup should be taken with or after food.

How Bendex Syrup works

Bendex 400mg Syrup 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.

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Quick tips

Bendex 400mg Syrup can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Bendex 400mg Syrup.
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 infection.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bendex 400mg Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Bendex 400mg Syrup is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Bendex 400mg Syrup is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Bendex 400mg Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Bendex 400mg Syrup is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Bendex 400mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Inform your doctor if you develop signs of jaundice like yellowing of eyes and skin, itching, and clay colored stools while taking this medicine.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Bendex with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Carbamazepine (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Carbamazepine may reduce blood levels of Albendazole.

Moderate

Cimetidine (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, constipation, insomnia, anxiety, restlessness, weight gain or fatigue and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations.

Moderate

Fosphenytoin (Injection Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Fosphenytoin may reduce blood levels of Albendazole.

Moderate

Levamisole (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Levamisole may reduce blood levels of Albendazole.

Moderate

Levamisole (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Levamisole may reduce blood levels of Albendazole.

Frequently asked questions

What is Bendex 400mg Syrup used for?

Bendex 400mg Syrup is an anthelmintic (anti-worm) medication used to treat various parasitic infections. It is commonly prescribed for intestinal worm infections such as roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and pinworms. It helps in killing and eliminating these parasites from the body, thereby clearing the infection and restoring gut health.

How does Bendex 400mg Syrup work?

Bendex 400mg Syrup 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.

What is the best time to take Bendex 400mg Syrup?

Bendex 400mg Syrup should be taken exactly as advised by the doctor. Do not self-medicate. However, it may be given once or twice a day, depending on the condition you are being treated for. It may be taken in the morning or evening. Bendex 400mg Syrup should be taken with food.

Does Bendex 400mg Syrup kill the eggs of the worms?

No, Bendex 400mg Syrup does not kill the eggs of the worms. It acts against the larva and the adult form of the worms only. You may have to take a second dose two weeks later to lessen the chances of reinfection. Bendex 400mg Syrup should be taken only as advised by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.

Is Bendex 400mg Syrup safe?

Bendex 400mg Syrup is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any doses. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Is Bendex 400mg Syrup effective for treating pinworms?

Yes, Bendex 400mg Syrup is an effective medicine that is used for the treatment of pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis). It shows active action against the larval and adult stages of the worms. Consult your doctor before taking any medicines for worm infections.

Is Bendex 400mg Syrup an over the counter product?

No, Bendex 400mg Syrup is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is a prescription medicine, which means it can be bought with a valid prescription by a doctor only.

Does Bendex 400mg Syrup kill tapeworms?

Bendex 400mg Syrup can work against tapeworms like Hymenolepis nana and Taenia spp. Please consult your doctor before taking any medicine for worm infestations.

Who should not take Bendex 400mg Syrup?

Bendex 400mg Syrup should not be given to patients with a known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine or any other similar medicines like mebendazole or thiabendazole in the past. Signs of an allergic reaction may include an itchy skin rash, shortness of breath, and swelling of the face or tongue. Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions before taking the medicine. Also, let your doctor know about any other medicines that you may be taking for any other conditions, as they may affect or be affected by this medicine.

What if I forget to take a dose of Bendex 400mg Syrup?

If you forget a dose of Bendex 400mg Syrup, 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 at 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

2- benzimidazolylcarbamic acid esters

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Antiprotozoal Agents

References

Rosenthal PJ. Clinical Pharmacology of the Antihelmenthic Drugs. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 923-25.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 29-30.
Albendazole [Prescribing Information]. Research Triangle Park, North Carolina: GlaxoSmithKline; 2009. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Albendazole [Product label]. Parsippany, NJ: Edenbridge Pharmaceuticals, LLC; 2020. [Accessed 05 Mar. 2025] (online) Available from:

User feedback

Patients taking Bendex 400mg Syrup

Once A Day

43%

Once A Week

39%

Once A Month

13%

Twice A Month

What are you using Bendex Syrup for?

Worm infections

93%

Others

How much was the improvement?

Average

42%

Poor

33%

Excellent

25%

What were the side-effects while using Bendex 400mg Syrup?

No Side Effect

67%

Loss of appetite

33%

How do you take Bendex Syrup?

Empty stomach

100%

Please rate Bendex 400mg Syrup on price

Not Expensive

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Expensive

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Average

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Marketer details

Name: Cipla Ltd
Address: Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Bendex Syrup

Benefits of Bendex Syrup

Side effects of Bendex Syrup

How to use Bendex Syrup

How Bendex Syrup works

All substitutes for Bendex 400mg Syrup

Embee 400mg Syrup

Anth 400mg Syrup

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Carbamazepine (Oral Route)

Cimetidine (Oral Route)

Fosphenytoin (Injection Route)

Levamisole (Oral Route)

Levamisole (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is Bendex 400mg Syrup used for?

How does Bendex 400mg Syrup work?

What is the best time to take Bendex 400mg Syrup?

Does Bendex 400mg Syrup kill the eggs of the worms?

Is Bendex 400mg Syrup safe?

Is Bendex 400mg Syrup effective for treating pinworms?

Is Bendex 400mg Syrup an over the counter product?

Does Bendex 400mg Syrup kill tapeworms?

Who should not take Bendex 400mg Syrup?

What if I forget to take a dose of Bendex 400mg Syrup?

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