Mebendazole

What is Mebendazole?

Mebendazole is an anti-worm medication. Mebendazole is a generic drug that is available under different brand names. Emverm and Vermox are common brand names for Menendazole. It comes in the form of Tablets, Chewable tablets and Syrup. This medicine is available as Mebendazole 100mg tablet and Mebendazole 500mg tablet (tablet and chewable).

Mebendazole Highlights

• Usually, Mebendazole is prescribed as a single dose for threadworm treatment.
• Mebendazole begins to work right away however it may take many days to destroy all the worms.
• It kills the worms but not their eggs. Patients may be recommended to take a second dose after 2 weeks.
• It is also recommended to maintain good hygiene to prevent the worms from coming back.
• The most common side effect of this medicine is stomach pain.

What are The Uses of the Mebendazole For Humans?

Mebendazole 100mg and 500mg tablets are prescribed to treat various intestinal worms including pinworm, roundworm and hookworm. It is also used to treat certain infections that are caused by more than one of these worms at the same time.

Mebendazole is an effective medication against infections caused by pinworms (enterobiasis, oxyuriasis), common roundworms (ascariasis), whipworms (trichuriasis) and hookworms (necatoriasis, uncinariasis and ancylostomiasis).

How Does It Work Against The Worm Infections?

The main ingredient in the mebendazole medication is Mebendazole which has nati worm property that prevents the worms from developing in the intestines. It prevents the growth and duplication of newly hatched larvae inside the body. Mebendazole stops the worms from absorbing sugar which makes the worm lose its energy and eventually, it dies.

How to Use Mebendazole Tablet?

Take Mebendazole exactly as recommended by your healthcare provider. Typically it is prescribed to take this medicine by mouth with food.

If you find difficulty in chewing the Mebendazole tablet, place it in a spoon, and add 3 ml of drinking water using a  measuring syringe. The tablet will absorb the water in a few minutes and turn into a soft mass with a semi-solid consistency that can be swallowed easily.

Make sure you continue to take this medicine for the prescribed amount of time to avoid the return of infection. Do not skip doses. Do not take this medicine for a longer time than your healthcare provider has prescribed as it may increase the risk of possible side effects.

For patients who have been prescribed high doses of this drug for certain infections, it is recommended to take Mebendazole with food. It helps clear up the infection by allowing your body to absorb the medicine better. Follow your doctor’s directions properly.

Mebendazole Dosage

For different patients, Mebendazole dosage may be different. Stick to your doctor’s directions. The dosage of Mebendazole is based on the condition that needs to be treated and the patient’s response to the treatment.

Usually, the Mebendazole dose for adults is prescribed as a single dose for treating pinworm infections. The second dose may be prescribed in a few weeks if it is necessary. If you have been prescribed a different dose, do not modify it without consulting your healthcare provider.

Typically, Mebendazole 100 mg dosage for adults and children aged 2 years and above is recommended. The dosage for children below 1 year of age must be determined by the doctor only.

Treatment for Pinworm Infections

Mebendazole Dose for Adults

The recommended dose is Mebendazole 100mg as a single dose. If the infection is not cured after 3 weeks the second dose is prescribed.

Mebendazole Dosage for Pediatric Patients

The safety and efficacy of this medicine are not established for children below 2 years of age. The dosage for children aged 2 years and older is Mebendazole 100mg as a single oral dose. If the infection does not get cured the second dose is prescribed to take after 3 weeks.

Treatment for Roundworm Infections

Mebendazole Dosage for Adult Patients

Mebendazole 100mg every 12 hours for 3 days. If the infection is not cured after 3 weeks of treatment, a second course of treatment is prescribed.

Dosage for Pediatric Patients

For children aged 2 and above the prescribed dose is Mebendazole 100mg every 12 hours for 3 days. If the infection does not clear up after 3 weeks, the second course of treatment is prescribed.

Treatment for Whipworm Infections

Mebendazole Dosage for Adult Patients

Mebendazole 100mg every 12 hours for 3 days. If the infection persists 3 weeks after the treatment the second course of treatment is prescribed.

Mebendazole Dosage for Pediatric Patients

Children aged 2 years and above are prescribed Meendazole 100mg every 12 hours for 3 days. If the infection does not clear up after 3 weeks a second course of treatment is prescribed.

Treatment for Hookworm Infections

Mebendazole Dosage for Adults

The prescribed dose for adult patients is Mebendazole 100mg every 12 hours for 3 days. If the infection remains after 3 weeks of treatment the second cycle of treatment is prescribed.

Pediatric Mebendazole Dosage

The dosage for children aged 2 years and above is Mebendazole 100mg every 12 hours for 3 days. If the infection is not cured after 3 weeks of treatment the second cycle of treatment is advised.

Missed Dose

In case you missed taking a dose on time, take it immediately as you remember about it. If you get to know about the missed dose when it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take double doses to make up for the missed dose. Talk to your healthcare professional if you have missed more than one dose during Mebendazole Treatment.

Overdose

If you have accidently taken too much of this drug you may experience side effects of overdose. In case of overdose call a poison control center or seek medical attention.

Mebendazole Side Effects

Before taking any medication including Mebendazole, you should be aware of the possible side effects of that drug. Common side effects of Mebendazole tablet include vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, diarrhoea, dizziness, headache, rash, and flatulence.

Call your doctor immediately if you experience any serious side effects of this medicine. Mebendazole side effects which may require immediate medical attention include weakness, yellowing eyes and skin, extreme and unusual tiredness, seizures, sore throat, signs of serious infection and severe abdominal pain.

Does Mebendazole cause an unusual or allergic reaction?

A severe allergic reaction to Mebendazole is rare. However, call your doctor and get medical help if you notice the signs of an allergic reaction including itching, rash, trouble breathing and severe dizziness.

This drug may cause severe allergic reactions to the skin when it is combined with metronidazole. Talk to a health care professional as soon as possible if you notice loose skin, blistering peeling, red skin lesions, ulcers on your skin, severe acne or skin rash, fever or chills while using this drug. Discuss the possible drug interactions with your healthcare professional before taking this medicine.

Specific Details You Must Know About Mebendazole Tablets

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to Mebendazole or any other medications or products. Inform your healthcare professional about your medical history particularly if you have or had low blood count, liver disease or intestinal problems such as ulcerative colitis, or Crohn’s disease.

If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, tell your doctor and discuss the risks and advantages of this medicine. Usually, Mebendazole is prescribed during the pregnancy only if it is extremely important. This drug passes into the breast milk so talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding your baby.

Ask your doctor before taking any other medicines, herbal or dietary supplements while you are under Mebendazole treatment. Metronidazole and Cimetidine are among the medicines which should not be combined with Mebendazole as they can be harmful. Tell your doctor about any other drugs you are taking before taking Mebendazole.

Read your prescription label carefully before you begin with the treatment. Follow the other measures suggested by your doctor to prevent reinfection and transmission of infection to others. Always keep your medicine bottle tightly closed to prevent moisture.

Some parasites can easily spread by close contact. make sure you follow your doctor's advice to prevent the spread of your infection to other people in the house. Wash your hands regularly and practice good hygiene.

Mebendazole Vs Albendazole

Albendazole and Mebendazole both agents are both equally effective with a 100% cure rate in treating ascariasis. On the other hand, Albendazole was reported to be more active than Mebendazole against the treatment of hookworm infections in terms of egg reduction rate and cure rate as well.

When it comes to Albendazole vs Mebendazole, the advantage of albendazole over Mebendazole is its activity as a single dose (400 mg) against hookworm infection, ascariasis and to a lesser extent trichuriasis and enterobiais.

The comparison studies conclude that a single dose of Albendazole treatment has better efficacy against treating Ascaris lumbricoides infection as compared to Mebendazole. However, both Mebendazole and Albendazole have great efficacy in reducing the amount of eggs.

FAQs

How long does Mebendazole stay in the system?

Mebendazole is primarily and largely metabolized by the liver. The half-life of this medicine after oral administration is around 3-6 hours. The excretion of Mebendazole mostly occurs in bile or urine.

How Long Does Mebendazole Take to Work Against the Infection?

Mebendazole starts working straight away however, it may take some days to kill all the worms. Do not stop taking this medicine early as it may allow the infection to come back.

Where to get Mebendazole?

You can buy Mebendazole from your grant pharmacy or if you have prescription buy it from medical store but its quite expensive.

What is The Cost of Mebendazole?

The brand version of Mebendazole is quite expensive compared to the generic version of this drug. The average cost for one month supply of generic Mebendazole is around $110.00. you can also save on the cost using Mebendazole buy coupons depending on the condition that needs to be treated.

Is It Possible to Buy Mebendazole Over The Counter?

Mebendazole is a prescription medication in most countries including the United States so may not be able to get Mebendazole otc. You can buy online in our pharmacy.

Can I Buy Mebendazole online?

As Mebendazole otc is not possible, Mebendazole buy online is quite an easy and affordable option. The first step to buying Mebendazole online is to consult a medical professional and get your prescription. If you can not visit a doctor online pharmacies allow you to consult medical professionals online.

If you choose to consult a medical professional online, they ask you some questions regarding your health condition to make sure this medicine is right for you.