Question 1

how fast does it take for a pinworm to go away?

Accepted Answer

Few days: Once you take medication they generally die off quickly. Sometimes people notice the worms in  their stool as the body clears itself. Occasionally you have to take the repeat dose two weeks later to get any stragglers....

Question 2

can pinworms go away on there own, and how ling does it take?

Accepted Answer

Pinworms: Pinworms can go away on their own, however, it may take a while and can be contagious. It is advisable that you get a prescription anti-parasitic to remove these worms.

Question 3

my doc told me to take albenza (albendazole) 2 weeks after 1st dose for pinworms. docs on here said 1 week&its been 10 days.should i take it now and will it go away?

Accepted Answer

2 weeks is good: 2 weeks is ok.

Question 4

how long does it take to get rid of pinworms?

Accepted Answer

OTC or Prescription: If it wasn't for the itch & the difficulty these kids have trying to sleep, we wouldn't need to treat this at all. Short term help using a cold wash to remove the irritating oil the eggs are laid in  & soothing creams can help baby rest.The otc med &/or the chew able Vermox tablet will take a few days to work through the system & eliminated the pw's.

Question 5

how long does it take to get rid of pinworms after taking first pill?

Accepted Answer

See below: A second dose of medicine is recommended in 2 weeks from the first dose.

Question 6

if someone refuses to get meds, how long does it take to get rid of pinworms?

Accepted Answer

No meds, no relief: You have to take meds to get rid of pinworms.  They are not just going to go away.

Question 7

how long does it take for vermox to kill pinworms?

Accepted Answer

Pinworms: Vermox will treat the pinworms in 2-3 days. A second dose should be taken two weeks later in order to kill any that are newly hatched.

Question 8

how long does it take for vermox to kill pinworms with only 2 tablets?

Accepted Answer

Few days: Mebendazole kills worms in a few days and may need a repeat dose in two weeks if symptoms persist. Vermox is still such a great  medication because it works so well with just one or two doses.

Question 9

how long does it take your body to rid of pinworms after taking albenza (albendazole)?

Accepted Answer

Repeat a second dose: The first dose is very effective but remember to repeat the dose 2 weeks later to achieve almost 100% cure rate to prevent reinfection. The eggs can stay alive on cool surface like linen, bed sheet sofa etc. For 2 weeks. Be sure to wash them, clip nails, wash hands with soap and water often.

Question 10

how long does it take for albenza (albendazole) to start working on a 10 year old for pinworms?

Accepted Answer

Treat pinworms: 1tab and repeat in 2 weeks should have 100% efficacy if all house hold members are treated at the same time
good hand hygiene and prevention of the entero oral transmission

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My doc told me to take albenza (albendazole) 2 weeks after 1st dose for pinworms. docs on here said 1 week&its been 10 days.should i take it now and will it go away?

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How long does it take to get rid of pinworms?

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How long does it take to get rid of pinworms after taking first pill?

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If someone refuses to get meds, how long does it take to get rid of pinworms?

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How long does it take for vermox to kill pinworms?

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