How do you give Vermox to a child?

Adults Take two 5ml doses (10ml) twice daily (morning and evening) for three consecutive days. Children 2 years and over Take one 5ml dose twice daily (i.e. morning and evening) for three consecutive days.

How is Vermox suspension taken?

VERMOX tablets and suspension are to be taken by mouth. VERMOX tablets may be swallowed whole with liquid, chewed or crushed and mixed with food or juice for children. Shake the suspension well before use.

When is the best time to take Vermox?

Mebendazole is best taken with meals, especially fatty ones (eg, meals that include whole milk or ice cream). This helps to clear up the infection by helping your body absorb the medicine better.

How often can you give a child Vermox?

Mebendazole may be given either as a single dose or twice each day for 3 days, depending on the type of worm your child is infected with. Your doctor will tell you how often to give it. Once: this can be at any time of day. Twice a day: this should be once in the morning and once in the evening.

Is Vermox Safe for 2 year old?

VERMOX® should not be used in children below the age of 1 year. VERMOX® is contraindicated in persons with a known hypersensitivity to the medicine or its components.

What are the symptoms of worms in a child?

What are the symptoms of roundworm infection in a child?

• Worms in a bowel movement that look like earthworms.
• Worms coming out of the nose or mouth.
• Stomach pain.
• Coughing.
• Loss of appetite.
• Fever.
• Wheezing.
• Weight loss or failure to grow.

Can Vermox cause fever?

Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have a fever or any signs of an infection while taking VERMOX. Severe skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis). VERMOX may cause rare, but serious skin reactions when taken with metronidazole and other medicines that contain mebendazole.

Is Vermox an antibiotic?

Mebendazole is an anthelmintic (an-thel-MIN-tik) or anti-worm medication. It prevents newly hatched insect larvae (worms) from growing or multiplying in your body. Mebendazole is used to treat infections caused by worms such as whipworm, pinworm, roundworm, and hookworm.

What causes worms in kids?

Children can get threadworms when they accidentally get worm eggs on their hands and swallow them. This might happen if they put their hands in their mouths or bite their nails after coming into contact with people with worms or with worm-infected dust, toys or bed linen.

How do u know if your child has worms?

You can spot worms in your poo. They look like pieces of white thread. You might also see them around your child’s bottom (anus). The worms usually come out at night while your child is sleeping.