What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next
dose, skip the dose you missed and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a
double dose of this medication.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.
Symptoms of a mebendazole overdose include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal
pain.
What should I avoid while taking mebendazole?
Treatment of family members and other close contacts may be necessary. Pinworm is spread
very easily to others in close contact with the infected person.
To prevent reinfection, toilets must be disinfected daily, and clothing, linens, towels, and
pajamas must be changed and washed daily.
What are the possible side effects of mebendazole?
Stop taking mebendazole and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an
allergic reaction (swelling of your lips, tongue, or face;
shortness of breath; closing of your throat; or
hives).
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take mebendazole
and talk to your doctor if you experience abdominal pain, diarrhea, or a fever.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side
effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
What other drugs will affect mebendazole?
Medicines used to treat seizures, such as phenytoin (Dilantin), ethotoin (Peganone),
mephenytoin (Mesantoin), and carbamazepine (Tegretol), may decrease the effects of mebendazole.
Tell your doctor if you are taking any of these medications so that your therapy can be monitored.
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with mebendazole. Talk to your doctor
and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins,
minerals, and herbal products.
Where can I get more information?
Your pharmacist has more information about mebendazole written for health professionals
that you may read.
What does my medication look like?
Mebendazole is available with a prescription under the brand name Vermox in 100 mg
chewable tablets. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist
any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children,
never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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