Wormstop Suspension & Tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 30 October 2021
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of single and mixed helminth gastrointestinal infestations.
Dosage (summary)
Adults and children over 1 year: 100 mg (5 ml) twice daily for 3-6 days depending on the infestation.
Special Populations
- Children under 1 year
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation due to teratogenic effects.
Key Drug Interactions
- Cimetidine may increase plasma concentrations
- Avoid metronidazole
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to mebendazole
- Children under 1 year
- Pregnancy
Common side effects
- Neutropenia
- Convulsions
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Rash
Counselling Points
- Take with food for better absorption
- Report any severe side effects
- Complete the full course of treatment
Serious warnings
- Reversible liver function disturbances
- Convulsions in children
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