Vermox 500mg Tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 12 May 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of single and mixed helminth gastrointestinal infestations.
Dosage (summary)
One tablet (500 mg) as a single dose for adults and children over 1 year.
Special Populations
- Children under 1 year
- Patients with hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy; not recommended during lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- Avoid with metronidazole
- Cimetidine may increase plasma concentrations
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to mebendazole
- Pregnancy
- Children under 1 year
Common side effects
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
Counselling Points
- Take with liquid if crushed
- Monitor for side effects
- Report any adverse reactions
Serious warnings
- Convulsions reported in children
- Risk of liver function disturbances with high doses
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