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Vermox
Please Note: This Brand Name drug is no longer available in the US.(Generic versions may still be available.)
Vermox Patient Information Including Side Effects
Brand Names: Vermox
Generic Name: mebendazole (Pronunciation: me BEN da zole)
- What is mebendazole (Vermox)?
- What are the possible side effects of mebendazole (Vermox)?
- What is the most important information I should know about mebendazole (Vermox)?
- What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking mebendazole (Vermox)?
- How should I take mebendazole (Vermox)?
- What happens if I miss a dose (Vermox)?
- What happens if I overdose (Vermox)?
- What should I avoid while taking mebendazole (Vermox)?
- What other drugs will affect mebendazole (Vermox)?
- Where can I get more information?
What is mebendazole (Vermox)?
Mebendazole is an "antihelmintic," or anti-worm, medication. It prevents worms from growing or multiplying in your body.
Mebendazole is used to treat infections caused by worms such as whipworm, pinworm, roundworm, and hookworm. It is also used to treat infections caused by more than one of these worms at the same time.
Mebendazole may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Mebendazole 100 mg-TEV
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What are the possible side effects of mebendazole (Vermox)?
Stop taking mebendazole and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; shortness of breath; closing of your throat; or hives).
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take mebendazole and talk to your doctor if you experience abdominal pain, diarrhea, or a fever.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Read the Vermox (mebendazole) Side Effects Center for a complete guide to possible side effects »
What is the most important information I should know about mebendazole (Vermox)?
Follow your doctor's instructions about treatment; about the washing of clothes, linens, and towels; and about household disinfecting. Pinworm infections are easily spread from one person to another.
Mebendazole tablets may be swallowed, chewed, or crushed and mixed with food.
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Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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