Wormentel 1000mg

Wormentel 1000mg

What is this medicine?

WORMENTEL (Mebendazole) is an anthelmintic (anti-worm medication). It is used to treat infections caused by worms such as pinworms, roundworms, whipworms, and hookworms. It works by preventing the worms from absorbing sugar (glucose), thereby killing them over time.

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What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• Liver disease

• Anemia or other blood disorders

• History of bone marrow suppression

• Malnutrition or poor general health

• An unusual or allergic reaction to mebendazole or other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives

• Pregnant or trying to get pregnant

• Breast-feeding

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How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water. You may take it with or without food. In some cases, the tablet may be chewed or crushed and mixed with food (check with your healthcare provider).

Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking this medicine early, even if you feel better, unless instructed by your doctor.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

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What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

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What may interact with this medicine?

• Cimetidine (used to treat ulcers or reflux)

• Metronidazole (antibiotic, especially for parasitic infections)

• Anticonvulsants like carbamazepine or phenytoin

• Medicines that affect liver enzyme activity

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs.

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What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Visit your doctor or health care professional for follow-up to make sure the infection is fully treated.

Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they worsen.

Good hygiene practices (such as washing hands, cleaning under fingernails, and laundering bedding regularly) can help prevent reinfection or spreading worms to others.

This medicine may affect liver function or blood counts with long-term use or high doses—monitoring may be required in such cases.

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What side effects may I notice from this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue)

• Unusual tiredness or weakness

• Fever or chills

• Easy bruising or bleeding

• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)

• Seizures (rare)

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report if persistent or bothersome):

• Abdominal pain

• Diarrhea

• Gas or bloating

• Dizziness

• Hair loss (temporary, rare)

This list may not describe all possible side effects.

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Where should I keep my medicine?

• Keep out of the reach of children.

• Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F).

• Protect from moisture and light.

• Do not use after the expiration date.

• Properly discard unused medicine—do not flush it down the toilet unless instructed.