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Mebendazole
Mebendazole (Overview)
Mebendazole is an anti-migrane agent which is a kind of brain and nerve drug.
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Anthelmintics albendazole or mebendazole are used for pinworms?

Yes: The single dose treatment is often repeated after 2 weeks, in order to treat eggs that hatched since the original treatment. ...Read more
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Mebendazole is an anti-migrane agent which is a kind of brain and nerve drug.
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What amount Vermox mebendazole do I need to take?
Depends: Wow! That depends on what you are treating, weight and other meds you are taking. Please consult w your personal physician to discuss this ...Read more
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Differernt doses of mebendazole and albendazole.

Depends..: Mebendazole...500mg single dose or 100mg twice a day for 3days. Albendazol 400mg single dose...... ...Read more
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Could mebendazole kill tape worm?
Yes it can.: Best wishes! http://home.Intekom.Com/pharm/janssen/vermoxt.Html.
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Does albendazole kills pinworms?
Yes: Treats hydatid disease and other infections caused by tapeworms. May also be used to treat infections caused by roundworms, hookworms, and pinworms. Belongs to a class of drugs called anthelmintics. ...Read more
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How effective is albenza (albendazole) for pinworms?

Very effective: Since reinfection is common, whole family has to be treated at the same time. ...Read more
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Which is better mebendazole or albendazole for pinworms?

Doesn't matter: Since Mebendazole is no longer available in the us Albendazole and the over the counter meds are what we have left for treatment. ...Read more
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Which is better albenza (albendazole) or bitricide for tapeworms?

Biltricide (praziquantel): Biltricide (praziquantel) (praziquantal) is preferred.
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Deworming medecine for all worms?
No such thing: There are many, many different worms, and each class has its own specific best agent. There isn't one that will work for every worm, because that insinuates you don't know what the worm is; i would definitely get evaluated by a doctor to see what these worms could be. Antiparasitic agents can have significant toxicity when used improperly. ...Read more
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Is albendazole necessary for pinworm?

Confusing question: It is an effective treatment, among others.If you or the patient is asymptomatic, treatment is not absolutely required.Some patients will clear this naturally, but chronic carriage is common. ...Read more
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Can I use mebendazole whilst having laser hair removal? will there be any effects/deficits?

No problem: No problem to take mebendazole with laser treatments. No interactions or problems whatsoever. Go for it! ...Read more
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Do pinworms/threadworms ever become tolerant pyrantel pamoate?

Possible/? reinfect: Tolerance to any medication is possible in theory. Treatment with pyrantel pomate is often repeated in 1-2 wks to assure cure. Reinfection is common if environmental sources are not found & eliminated. ...Read more
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How successful is taking albendazole against pinworm?

Very effective if...: Albendazole can be very effective against pinworms if taken appropriately and if proper hygiene practices are in place. ...Read more
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Anthelmintics albendazole or mebendazole are used for pinworms?
Yes: The single dose treatment is often repeated after 2 weeks, in order to treat eggs that hatched since the original treatment. ...Read more
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Why albendazole is better than mebendazo;e?
Depends : Different drugs have different indications. It really depends on what indication you are using these antiparasitic dtugs for. ...Read more
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Will taking Vermox make my pill less effective?
Vermox: Vermox should have no effect on your pill. ...Read more
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How long does it take for Vermox to work?
Mebendazole: What are you treating?
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How soon after taking albenza (albendazole) do pinworms die?
Unlabeled Use : Unlabeled use for pin worms. Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm) (unlabeled use): oral: 400 mg as a single dose; repeat in 2 weeks. ...Read more
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Is Vermox better than albandozole at killing pinworms?
Hard to say: I had been using vermox for years & found it well accepted & effective for this problem.However, it has not been available through the pharmacies in my region for the last couple of years. Albendazole is a similar med & has worked, but requires higher dosing. ...Read more
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What is biltricide (praziquantel)?
Praziquantel : Biltricide is also known as praziquantel. It is an agent used in the treatment of schistosomiasis and liver flukes. ...Read more
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