MEBIGARD 100MG TAB

Mebendazole 100 mg is an oral, broad-spectrum anti-parasitic medication used to treat intestinal worm infections such as pinworms, roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms. It works by stopping the worms from absorbing sugar, causing them to lose energy and die. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]

Uses and Indications

• Treats single or mixed intestinal parasite infections.

• Common targets include pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis), roundworms (Ascaris lumbricoides), hookworms (Ancylostoma), and whipworms (Trichuris trichiura). [1, 2, 3, 4]

Dosage and Administration

• Pinworms: Often treated with a single 100 mg dose, sometimes repeated after two weeks to prevent reinfection.

• Roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms: Commonly taken as 100 mg twice a day (morning and evening) for three consecutive days.

• Tablets can be chewed, swallowed whole, or crushed and mixed with food. Taking it with a fatty meal can increase absorption. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Common Side Effects

• Mild abdominal pain or stomach cramps

• Diarrhea

• Nausea or vomiting

• Flatulence

• Headache or dizziness [1, 2, 3]

Important Precautions

• Pregnancy: Avoid use during pregnancy, as it can be harmful to an unborn baby.

• Age limit: Safety and dosage for children under two years old must be directly determined by a doctor.

• Household treatment: Healthcare providers often recommend treating all household members simultaneously to prevent spreading pinworms.