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Seemox is used to treat infections caused by threadworms, whipworms, roundworms and hookworms.
Dosage Reference
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Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
For adults and children over 2 years, threadworms are treated with a single dose of 100 mg, or 1 teaspoonful. For whipworms, roundworms and hookworms, the dose is 100 mg, or 1 teaspoonful, taken twice daily for 3 days. If reinfection occurs, a second dose may be needed after 2 weeks.
Side Effects
Gastrointestinal: Passing abdominal pain and diarrhoea may occur when the infection is heavy and worms are being expelled. Hypersensitivity: Rash, urticaria (hives) and angioedema have been seen on rare occasions. Central nervous system: Very rare cases of convulsions have been reported. Haematologic: Neutropenia and agranulocytosis.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
General: During prolonged therapy, it is advisable to carry out periodic assessment of organ system functions, including haematopoietic and hepatic function. Information for patients: Patients should be informed of the potential risk to the foetus in women taking Seemox during pregnancy, especially during the first trimester. Patients should also be informed that cleanliness is important to prevent reinfection and transmission of the infection.
Contraindications
Mebendazole should not be used by anyone known to be allergic to Mebendazole or to any other ingredient in the product.