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Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's

Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's

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Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

About Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's

Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's belongs to a class of vitamins used to treat vitamin B6/pyridoxine hydrochloride deficiency. Vitamin B6 deficiency is caused due to malabsorption, protein-energy undernutrition, certain drugs or alcoholism. The symptoms include cracked and sore lips, skin rashes, glossy tongue, weakened immune function, mood changes, low energy, tiredness, pain and tingling in hands and feet.

Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's contains Pyridoxine hydrochloride (salt form of vitamin B6) that restores vitamin B6 in the body and helps to treat its deficiency.

Take Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's as advised by the doctor. In some cases, you may experience nausea, drowsiness, headache, mild tingling or numbness. Most of these side effects of Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 12 years. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's. Inform your doctor if you are taking any vitamins, OTC medicines or herbal products.

Uses of Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's

Vitamin B6 deficiency

Medicinal Benefits

Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat vitamin B6 deficiency. It restores vitamin B6 in the body and helps to treat its deficiency. Also, it is used to treat peripheral neuritis (damage to the nerves) caused by isoniazid (a drug used to treat tuberculosis). 

Directions for Use

Take Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's

  • Nausea
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Mild tingling or numbness

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 12 years. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's. Inform your doctor if you are taking any vitamins, OTC medicines or herbal products. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's may interact with anti-Parkinson drug (levodopa), anti-tubercular drug (isoniazid), antibiotic (cycloserine), drugs used to treat arthritis (penicillamine), a vasodilator (hydralazine), anticonvulsants (phenytoin) and oral contraceptives.

Drug- Food Interaction: No interactions found. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LEVODOPA
  • ISONIAZID
  • CYCLOSERINE
  • PENICILLAMINE
  • HYDRALAZINE
  • PHENYTOIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat foods rich in vitamin B6 such as salmon, chickpeas, poultry, fortified cereals, tuna and beef liver. 
  • Include fruits and vegetables such as dark leafy greens, oranges, papayas and cantaloupe in the diet.
  • Limit junk food items from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Vitamin B6 deficiency: It is caused due to malabsorption, protein-energy undernutrition, certain drugs or alcoholism. The symptoms include cracked and sore lips, skin rashes, glossy tongue, weakened immune function, mood changes, low energy, tiredness, pain and tingling in hands and feet. Vitamin B6 deficiency causes peripheral neuropathy and seizures (fits). To avoid this deficiency, it is advised to eat a variety of vegetables, fruits, meats, fish and nuts. 

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Bayer House Central Avenue, Hiranandani Es Thane, 400 607 India
Other Info - BEN0003

FAQs

Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's contains Pyridoxine hydrochloride (salt form of vitamin B6) that restores vitamin B6 in the body and helps to treat its deficiency.
Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's may cause nausea as a temporary side effect. It is not necessary for everyone taking Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's to experience this side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
You are not recommended to take Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's with phenytoin as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the effectiveness of phenytoin. However, if you are supposed to use these medicines together, please consult a doctor so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately to use safely.
You are not recommended to stop taking Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, take Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has advised it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's, please consult your doctor.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid alcohol consumption with Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's as it may worsen vitamin B6 deficiency.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's is given to pregnant women if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's is given to breastfeeding women if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Not applicable

Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Unsafe

Benadon 40 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 12 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

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