Mebendazole 500 mg is a medicine used to treat intestinal worm infections such as pinworm, roundworm, whipworm, and hookworm.
Use:
Adults and children ≥2 years: One 500 mg dose taken once is commonly used for many worm infections.
For some infections, a different dosing schedule may be required depending on the type of worm and local treatment guidelines.
How to take it:
Can usually be chewed, swallowed whole, or crushed and mixed with food.
May be taken with or without food.
Common side effects:
Stomach pain
Diarrhea
Nausea
Gas
Important Precautions :
Avoid use during pregnancy unless specifically advised by a healthcare professional.
If treating pinworms, household members may also need treatment, and good hand hygiene is important to prevent reinfection.
