VERMOX DRUG INFO
IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information
is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise
and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare
professional. It should not be construed to indicate that
use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
(Anti-Parasitic - Oral)
USES VERMOX: Mebendazole is used to treat intestinal
worm infections such as pinworm, round worm and hook worm.
HOW TO TAKE VERMOX: 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: The Canadian
manufacturer states that their product must NOT be chewed.
For treatment of pinworm infections, the medication is given
as one single dose. If necessary, a second treatment may be
recommended in a few weeks.
SIDE EFFECTS VERMOX: 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: dark
urine, yellowing of the eyes or skin. In the unlikely event
you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate
medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include:
rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS VERMOX: Tell your doctor your medical
history, especially of: liver disease, malnutrition, anemia,
any allergies you may have. Mebendazole should be used only
when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and
benefits with your doctor. It is not known if mebendazole
is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS VERMOX: Tell your doctor of all
medicines you may use (both prescription and nonprescription),
especially of: cimetidine, carbamazepine. Do not start or
stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
NOTES VERMOX: 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.
OVERDOSE VERMOX: 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.
MISSED DOSE VERMOX: 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.
STORAGE VERMOX: 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.
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