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Vermox 100mg Chewable Tablets — Threadworm & Worm Treatment
Vermox Tablets — Fast, Single-Dose Threadworm Treatment
Trusted by pharmacies across Ireland and the UK. Vermox (Mebendazole 100mg) clears threadworm infections with just one dose. In stock now — dispensed under pharmacist supervision.
Single-Dose Threadworm Treatment
Suitable for Ages 2+
Pharmacist recommended
Discreet Packaging & Fast Delivery
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
What Is Vermox?
Vermox Tablets contain 100mg of Mebendazole, a trusted anthelmintic medicine used to treat common gastrointestinal worm infections. Vermox works by preventing worms from absorbing the sugars they need to survive — without this energy source, the worms die and are naturally eliminated from the body.
It's suitable for adults and children over 2 years of age, and provides a fast, effective, single-dose treatment for threadworm (pinworm) — the most common worm infection in Ireland and the UK. It can also treat a range of other intestinal worm infections at different doses, as advised by your pharmacist.
Important: Treat the Whole Household
Threadworms are highly contagious and spread easily between family members — often before anyone notices symptoms. Our pharmacists recommend treating everyone in the household at the same time, even those without symptoms, to fully break the cycle of reinfection.
Buy to treat your whole family in one order — see pack size options below.
What Vermox Treats
Vermox is used as an anthelmintic for gastrointestinal infections caused by nematodes and cestodes, including:
Key Features & Benefits
Fast, effective single-dose treatment for threadworm
Also treats a wide range of other intestinal worms
Easy-to-take chewable tablet — chew, swallow whole, or crush into food
Suitable for the whole family aged 2+
Pharmacist advice included with every order
Don't Forget: Liquid Option Available
Tablets not suitable for your child, or prefer a liquid? Vermox Oral Suspension contains the same trusted Mebendazole formula in an easy-to-swallow liquid — ideal for younger children or anyone who finds tablets difficult.
Shop Vermox Liquid Suspension
WHO CAN USE VERMOX?
Adults and children over 2 years of age.
Always check with your pharmacist before use if you
Are pregnant or breastfeeding
Have liver disease
Are giving Vermox to a child under 2 (not recommended except on medical advice)
Are taking other medication, particularly metronidazole or cimetidine
HOW TO USE VERMOX TABLETS
For Threadworm (Pinworm) — Single Dose
Adults & children over 2 years: One 100mg tablet, taken once.
A second dose after 2 weeks is recommended if reinfection occurs, which is common — threadworm eggs can survive on surfaces and bedding for up to 2 weeks.
For Other Worm Infections (Roundworm, Whipworm, Hookworm)
Adults & children over 2 years: One 100mg tablet, twice daily (morning and evening), for 3 consecutive days.
Dosing can vary depending on the specific infection. Always follow the patient information leaflet or your pharmacist's advice. [→ Read the full Patient Information Leaflet]
How to take it: Tablets can be chewed, swallowed whole, or crushed and mixed with food — making it easy for children or anyone who prefers not to swallow tablets whole.
WHEN NOT TO USE VERMOX
Children under 2 years old
If you are allergic to mebendazole or any ingredient in the tablets
During pregnancy (especially the first trimester), unless advised by a doctor
Speak to your pharmacist first if breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Like all medicines, Vermox can cause side effects, although most people don't experience any. Possible side effects include
Abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea, or vomiting
Headache or dizziness
Rarely: rash, itching, or allergic reaction
Seek medical advice if symptoms are severe or persistent.
STORAGE
Store below 25°C in a dry place
Keep out of sight and reach of children
PHARMACIST'S NOTE
"Threadworm is one of the most common infections we see, particularly in school-age children — and the most frequent mistake families make is only treating the child who's showing symptoms. Because threadworms spread so easily, we always recommend treating the whole household together. A single dose of Vermox is usually all it takes, but don't be surprised if we suggest a second dose two weeks later as a precaution against reinfection."
— Anne Harty Ballyduff Pharmacy
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need a prescription for Vermox?
No. Vermox is a Pharmacy (P) Medicine, which means you can buy it without a prescription. It is dispensed under the supervision of our registered pharmacist, who is available to answer any questions about your order.
How quickly does Vermox work?
A single dose starts working quickly to kill threadworms, but it can take a few days for symptoms like itching to fully settle as the worms are cleared from the body. If symptoms persist beyond a week, contact your pharmacist.
Should I treat my whole family, or just the person with symptoms?
We strongly recommend treating everyone in the household at the same time, even if only one person has symptoms. Threadworm spreads very easily between family members, often without obvious signs, so treating only one person frequently leads to reinfection.
Do I need a second dose?
For threadworm, many people only need one dose. However, a second dose taken 2 weeks later is commonly recommended as threadworm eggs can survive in the environment (bedding, clothing, surfaces) for up to two weeks and cause reinfection.
Can my child take Vermox?
Yes, Vermox tablets are suitable for children over 2 years of age. For children under 2, or if your child has difficulty with chewable tablets, ask us about Vermox Oral Suspension instead.
Can I take Vermox if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Vermox is not recommended during pregnancy, particularly in the first trimester, unless specifically advised by your doctor. If breastfeeding, speak to our pharmacist before use, as a small amount of mebendazole can pass into breast milk.
What's the difference between the tablet and the liquid?
Both contain the same active ingredient, Mebendazole, and work the same way. The liquid suspension is often easier for younger children or anyone who struggles with chewable tablets. [→ Shop Vermox Liquid]
Will my order be discreet?
Yes, all orders are dispatched in plain, discreet packaging.
Vermox is a licensed Pharmacy (P) Medicine. Always read the patient information leaflet included in the pack, or [view it here]. If symptoms persist, or you are unsure whether Vermox is suitable, speak to our pharmacist before purchasing. This page does not replace professional medical advice.
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