Product Description

Vermox Suspension is a medicine used to treat threadworms (sometimes known as pinworms) and other common worm infections, such as whipworm, roundworm, and hookworm. It is a liquid suspension that is flavored with banana.

Specifications

• Each 5 mL dose of Vermox Suspension contains 100 mg of mebendazole, the active ingredient.
• Vermox Suspension is available in a 30 mL bottle.

Usage

Vermox Suspension is taken by mouth. It is important to take the full course of treatment, even if you feel better after a few days.

• Threadworm infection: Adults and children over 2 years of age: Take one 5 mL dose once a day for 3 days.
• Other common worm infections: Adults and children over 2 years of age: Take one 5 mL dose, morning and night for 3 days.
• Tapeworm infection: Adults: Take two 100 mg tablets once a day for 3 days. Children: The dose must be determined by a doctor.

Contraindications

Vermox Suspension should not be taken by people who are allergic to mebendazole or any of the other ingredients in the medicine. It should also not be taken by pregnant women or women who are breastfeeding.

Indications

Vermox Suspension is indicated for the treatment of threadworm (Enterobius vermicularis) infection, ascariasis (roundworm infection), trichuriasis (whipworm infection), and ancylostomiasis (hookworm infection). It is also indicated for the treatment of taeniasis (tapeworm infection) caused by Taenia saginata (beef tapeworm) or Taenia solium (pork tapeworm).

Warnings

Vermox Suspension can cause side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, and dizziness. These side effects are usually mild and go away on their own. If you experience any severe side effects, you should stop taking Vermox Suspension and see a doctor.

Restrictions

Vermox Suspension should be used with caution in people with liver or kidney disease. It should also be used with caution in people who are taking other medications that can affect the liver or kidneys.

Other information

Vermox Suspension is available over-the-counter in most countries. However, it is important to talk to your doctor before taking Vermox Suspension, especially if you have any medical conditions.