Mebendazole

Uses	Stomach or intestinal infection
Therapy	Anthelmintic
Side Effects	Stomach ache or discomfort, diarrhoea, gas, nausea

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Molecule Description

Mebendazole is an anti-worm medicine. It is used to treat infections caused by worms. It kills the worm by depriving them of glucose and energy source. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age. Inform your doctor, if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or nursing mother and on any other medicine, herbal products or supplements. You may experience stomach discomfort or pain, gas and diarrhoea after taking this medicine. You should not take Mebendazole if you are allergic to it. If you experience any other effect after taking this medicine consult your doctor immediately.

Uses

Mebendazole is used to treat infections of the stomach and intestine caused by various types of worms.

Contraindications

When should one not use Mebendazole

If you are allergic to Mebendazole or any other components of Mebendazole.
If you are pregnant.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Stomach Pain
Stomach Discomfort
Diarrhoea
Gas
Nausea
Vomiting
Skin rash

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Mebendazole must not be used if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant as it can cause harm to the unborn child. Please consult your doctor before using any medicine during pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Mebendazole passes into breastmilk and can be harmful to the baby. This medicine should be used cautiously by a breastfeeding or lactating women.

Driving

Mebendazole does not affect the ability to drive and operate heavy machines.

Alcohol

As there is limited data available about the effect of alcohol on Mebendazole, you should consult your physician if you have a habit of consuming alcohol regularly.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You are taking any other medicine, herbal preparation or supplements.
You are a young woman and planning a pregnancy.
You have any known blood-related disorder.
Mebendazole is not recommended in children below 2 years of age.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Mebendazole works by inhibiting or blocking the utilisation of glucose by the worm thereby causing decreased ATP formation and depletion of the energy source in the worm.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparation and supplements to avoid any interaction with Mebendazole.
Medicine used to reduce stomach acidity (antacids) like Cimetidine can increase the levels of this medicine in the body and can lead to undesirable effects.
Medicine used to treat bacterial or parasitic infection (antibiotics) like Metronidazole can lead to serious allergic reactions of skin if taken along with these medicines and hence concomitant use should be avoided.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of Mebendazole include stomach pain or cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea.
If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. In rare cases, excess of Mebendazole will lead to altered liver functions, hepatitis (inflammation of the liver) and hair loss.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Mebendazole take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No, Mebendazole is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-worm medicine used to treat infections caused by various types of worms.

Mebendazole is effective if taken at dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you stop taking the medicine once you start feeling good, the chance of reoccurring of the infection is more.

Mebendazole is used to kill the worms present in the stomach and intestine, when taken as advised by your doctor for the prescribed duration.

Mebendazole should not be taken during pregnancy because it can cause harm to the unborn child. The risk associated with the use of medicine during pregnancy weighs more than the benefits.

No, it is not recommended to buy Mebendazole without the advice of your doctor.

Mebendazole is used to treat infections of the stomach and intestine caused by various types of worms.

Mebendazole can be taken with or without food with a glass of water, juice or milk, as advised by the doctor.

The doctor will decide the specific dose for specific duration depending upon the severity of condition. Do not take it endlessly on your own without consulting doctor.

Stomach ache or discomfort, diarrhoea, gas, and nausea are a few side effects of Mebendazole. However, these symptoms are usually mild and resolve on your own.

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