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Description
Mebendazole belongs to the drug family anthelmintics.
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How to use
Contact your paediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children.
Take vermox exactly as prescribed by your health care professional.
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Side Effects
If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.
headache
dizziness
diarrhoea
sore throat
fever/chills
rash/itching
nausea/vomiting
ringing in the ears
unusual weakness/tiredness
stomach pain(can occur when large numbers of worms are present)
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Drug Interaction
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.
phenytoin, carbamazepine
Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.
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Over Dose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
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Notes
Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :
liver disease
crohn's disease
ulcerative colitis
inflammatory bowel disease
If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.
If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.
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Missed Dose
Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose. Consult your health care professional about your missed dose.
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Uses
Vermox is used to treat parasitic infections.
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Other Uses
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
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Storage
Store at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F / 15- 30 degrees C.
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Precaution
Maintain strict standard of hygeine.
Pinworms spread by contact. Other people living with you may need treatment. Consult your health care professional about the same.
You may be anemic if you have hookwoms or whipworms.