Mebendazole 500 mg
Price range: $110.00 through $3,000.00
Price range: $110.00 through $3,000.00
Description
Mebendazole 500 mg is a broad-spectrum anthelmintic (anti-worm) medicine used for the treatment of certain parasitic intestinal worm infections. It works by interfering with the parasite’s ability to absorb and use glucose, which depletes its energy supply and helps eliminate the worms from the body.
Mebendazole may be used for infections caused by susceptible roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and pinworms, depending on the approved indication.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Mebendazole 500 mg used to treat?
Mebendazole 500 mg is indicated for the treatment of single or mixed gastrointestinal nematode infestations, primarily giant roundworms (ascariasis), whipworms (trichuriasis), hookworms, and pinworms (enterobiasis).
2. How should Mebendazole 500 mg be taken?
Take the tablet orally, either by chewing it or swallowing it with water. No special diet, fasting, or laxative preparation is necessary before or after taking the dose. In younger children or individuals with difficulty swallowing, the tablet may be crushed and mixed with applesauce or yogurt.
3. Does the entire household need to take Mebendazole if one person has worms?
Infections like pinworms spread easily via microscopic eggs deposited on bedding, towels, clothing, and surfaces. Healthcare professionals often advise treating the entire household simultaneously to prevent reinfection cycles.
4. How quickly does Mebendazole work?
Mebendazole begins immobilizing worms shortly after administration. Dead worms typically pass through the stool over 1 to 3 days following treatment. If symptoms persist after three weeks, consult a physician, as a second course may be recommended.
5. Who should not take Mebendazole 500 mg?
Mebendazole is generally contraindicated in children under 2 years of age and in individuals with a known hypersensitivity to mebendazole or benzimidazole derivatives. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should consult their doctor before use, as safer alternative therapies may be advised.
Additional information
| Active Ingredient (Generic Name): | Mebendazole |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer: | kachhela |
| Packaging: | 10 tablet in 1 strip |
| Strength: | 500 mg |
| Delivery Time: | 10 To 12 days |
| Pack Size: | 100 Tablets, 200 Tablets, 500 Tablets, 1000 Tablets, 2000 Tablets, 2500 Tablets, 5000 Tablets |
