Vermox Tablets contain 100mg of Mebendazole, a trusted anthelmintic medicine used to treat common gastrointestinal worm infestations. Vermox works by preventing worms from absorbing essential sugars, leading to their elimination from the body.
It is suitable for both adults and children over 2 years of age and provides a fast, effective, single-dose treatment for threadworms (pinworms). It may also be used for other types of worm infestations when prescribed by your doctor.
What Vermox Treats
Vermox is used as an anthelmintic for gastrointestinal infestations caused by nematodes and cestodes, including:
Enterobiasis (threadworm / pinworm)
Ascariasis (roundworm)
Trichuriasis (whipworm)
Ankylostomiasis (hookworm)
Strongyloidiasis (threadworm – Strongyloides)
Taeniasis (tapeworm)
Key Features & Benefits
✔ Fast and effective treatment for threadworms
✔ Single-dose treatment for common infestations
✔ Also suitable for a wide range of other intestinal worms
✔ Easy-to-take chewable tablet
Who Can Use Vermox?
Adults and children over 2 years of age.
Always follow the recommended dosage instructions.
Seek advice from a doctor or pharmacist if pregnant, breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease.
How to Use Vermox Tablets
Threadworm (pinworm): One 100mg Vermox tablet taken once. A second dose after 2 weeks if re-infection occurs.
Other infestations: Dose and duration may differ depending on the type of worm. Follow your pharmacist's instructions or refer to the patient information leaflet here
Tablets can be chewed, swallowed whole, or crushed and mixed with food.
Liquid formulation also available here
When Not to Use
⌠Children under 2 years old
⌠If you are allergic to mebendazole or any ingredients in the tablets
⌠During pregnancy (especially first trimester) unless prescribed
⌠Seek medical advice before use if breastfeeding
Possible Side Effects
Like all medicines, Vermox can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them. Possible side effects include:
Abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting
Headache or dizziness
Rarely: rash, itching, or allergic reactions
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.
Further Information
Active Ingredient: Mebendazole 100mg
Pack Size: Typically available in blister packs of 6 tablets
For full product details, always read the patient information leaflet included in the pack or in the link above.