Mebendazole - Mebendazole Chewable - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Mebendazole.
• Vermox
• meh-BEN-duh-zole

Mebendazole Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose of low-dose mebendazole and are taking 2 doses daily, space the missed and next dose 4 to 5 hours apart.
• Then continue on with your regular dosing schedule.
• If you are taking 8 doses daily, space the missed and next dose 1 and 1/2 hours apart.
• Then resume your usual dosing schedule.
• If you are taking high-dose mebendazole and miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose.
• In that case, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is taken by mouth and can be taken with or without food.
• It may be chewed or crushed, mixed and taken with food.
• In Canada.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all medicines you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of.

Read Before Using Mebendazole (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Medicinal Applications

• Mebendazole is used to treat intestinal worm infections such as pinworm, round worm and hook worm.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include stomach pain or discomfort lasting up to several hours.

Mebendazole Miscellaneous Notes

• Pinworm infections can easily spread to others.
• All family members in close contact with the patient should be treated to decrease the chance of spreading the infection.
• Practice strict hygiene to prevent another infection.
• Disinfect toilets daily.
• Change and launder undergarments, linens, towels and bedclothes daily.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause stomach upset, loss of appetite, diarrhea, fever, headache, dizziness, drowsiness or rash.
• If these symptoms persist or become severe, inform your doctor.
• Very unlikely but report promptly.