Vermox tablets contain a medicine called mebendazole. It is one of a group of medicines called ‘anthelmintics’. Vermox tablets are used to treat worm infections of the gut such as:
• threadworms (pinworms)
• other common worm infections (such as whipworm, roundworm,
hookworm)
This medicine is for use in adults and children aged over 2 years. You or your child has been advised to take Vermox tablets because you have a worm infection. Worms can infect anyone. It does not necessarily mean that your hygiene is poor.
Dosage
Threadworm infection (Enterobiasis)
Adults and children aged 2 years and over: Take one tablet. After two to four weeks take another tablet. If symptoms do not disappear within a few days, speak to your doctor.
Common worm infections (Ascariasis, trichuriasis, ancylostomiasis and mixed infections).
Adults and children aged 2 years and over: Take one tablet twice daily (i.e. morning and evening) for three consecutive days or as directed by your doctor.
Other worm infections (Taeniasis and strongyloidiasis)
Adults Take two tablets twice daily (morning and evening) for three consecutive days.
Children 2 years and over Take one tablet twice daily (i.e. morning and evening) for three consecutive days.
Your doctor will advise the appropriate dose depending on the type
of worm infection.
Precautions
Do not use Vermox tablets if:
-You are allergic to anything in Vermox tablets.
-You are pregnant.
-Vermox tablets should not be given to children under 2 years of age.
-Vermox should only be given to younger children if your doctor has specifically prescribed it. Your doctor will decide whether Vermox is suitable for your child. You must follow the doctor’s instructions carefully.
-Convulsions (seizures) have been reported, including in infants. Vermox should only be given to children under 2 year of age if your doctor has specifically prescribed it.
