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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Jan 1, 2025 | 2:49 PM IST

Banocide Forte Tablet is indicated for the treatment of certain parasitic infections, including Bancroft's filariasis, Eosinophilic lung, Loiasis, and River blindness. It contains Diethylcarbamazine, which works by killing the worms that cause infections. Therefore, it helps treat certain parasitic infections and the symptoms associated with them. It may cause side effects like itching, swelling of the face, especially near the eyes, tightness in the chest or throat, wheezing, feeling sleepy, and nervousness. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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About Banocide Forte Tablet

Banocide Forte Tablet is indicated for the treatment of certain parasitic infections, including Bancroft's filariasis, Eosinophilic lung, Loiasis, and River blindness.

Banocide Forte Tablet consists of Diethylcarbamazine, which kills the worms that cause infections. Thus, it helps to treat certain parasitic infections and their symptoms.

Take this medicine as directed by the healthcare professional. Banocide Forte Tablet may cause side effects like itching, swelling of the face, especially near the eyes, tightness in the chest or throat, wheezing, feeling sleepy, and nervousness. Contact your healthcare provider if these side effects bother you or do not resolve gradually.

Do not take Banocide Forte Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep the doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Banocide Forte Tablet

Treatment of Parasitic infections

Medicinal Benefits

Banocide Forte Tablet consists of Diethylcarbamazine, which is used for the treatment of certain types of parasitic infections. It works by killing worms circulating in the bloodstream. It is used to treat Bancroft's filariasis, Eosinophilic lung (tropical pulmonary eosinophilia, Loiasis, and River blindness (onchocerciasis).

Side Effects of Banocide Forte Tablet

  • Itching
  • Swelling of the face, especially near the eyes
  • Tightness in the chest or throat
  • Wheezing
  • Feeling sleepy
  • Nervousness

Directions for Use

Swallow the medicine as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Banocide Forte Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if you have a blockage in your stomach or intestine, difficulty in urinating, an enlarged prostate, or an asthma attack. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let the doctor know if you are taking any other medicines, including supplements or herbal products.

Therapeutic Class

ANTI HELMINTHICS - ANTI PARASITIC - ANTI TAPEWORM DRUGS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • It is best to consume a balanced diet, which is high in nutrients and very little in refined sugars/ processed foods.
  • Fibre is important for bowel movements, which helps to cleanse parasites from the body, so include more fibre-rich foods in the diet, like oats. 
  • Pumpkin seeds, garlic, honey, and papaya seeds are considered antiparasitic foods, so it is best to include them in your diet. 
  • Sometimes, doctors recommend a grain-free, sugar-free diet, while others may recommend limiting fruit intake to further reduce dietary sugars, so it is better to talk to your nutritionist.

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How Banocide Forte Tablet Works

Banocide Forte Tablet consists of Diethylcarbamazine, which kills the worms that cause infections. Thus, it helps to treat certain parasitic infections and their symptoms.

What if I have taken an overdose of Banocide Forte Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Banocide Forte Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.
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Alcohol

Caution

Limit the consumption of alcohol as it may increase the side effects of the medicine.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Banocide Forte Tablet has the ability to pass into breast milk that can harm the unborn baby, so do not use this medicine without asking the doctor.

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Driving

Unsafe

Banocide Forte Tablet may cause blurred vision, so one should avoid driving as it may increase the chances of accidents.

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Liver

Caution

Persons dealing with liver disease may be at higher risk of getting side effects of Banocide Forte Tablet . Treatment with Banocide Forte Tablet should be administered cautiously in these patients. Initially, the doctor may suggest a lower dosage.

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Kidney

Caution

Persons with kidney disease may be at higher risk of side effects from Banocide Forte Tablet . Treatment with Banocide Forte Tablet should be administered cautiously in these patients. Initially, the doctor may suggest lower dosages.

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Children

Unsafe

Banocide Forte Tablet can only be used in children if strongly suggested by the doctor, as misuse of medication may cause serious side effects in children.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Stiefel India Ltd., 401& 402, A Wing, IV Floor, Floral Deck Plaza, Opp. Rolta Bhavan, Central MIDC Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai – 400093
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FAQs

Banocide Forte Tablet is used to treat parasitic infections, including Bancroft's filariasis, Eosinophilic lung, Loiasis, and River blindness.
Banocide Forte Tablet works by killing worms present in the bloodstream. Thereby, it provides relief from parasitic infection.
Even if you feel well, it is advised to take Banocide Forte Tablet for as long as it has been prescribed to clear out the infection from the body.
Banocide Forte Tablet is not recommended for people who are hypersensitive to any of the components of Banocide Forte Tablet or dealing with narrow-angle glaucoma, an enlarged prostate, blockage in the stomach or intestines, difficulty urinating or an asthma attack. Talk to the doctor if you have any concerns.
The doctor may suggest a corticosteroid medicine in some patients with river blindness, as this combination will help to reduce the inflammation caused by the death of the worms.

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