Drug Name: Mebendazole | Drug Class: Anthelmintic (Benzimidazole) | Brand Reference: Vermox (Janssen); Mebex (Cipla India) | Indication: Pinworm (enterobiasis), roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, mixed intestinal helminth infections | Standard Dose: Pinworm: 100mg single dose (repeat after 2 weeks). Roundworm/hookworm/whipworm: 100mg twice daily × 3 days
Mebendazole 100mg treats intestinal worm infections — most commonly pinworm (threadworm), roundworm, hookworm, and whipworm. For pinworm, a single 100mg tablet is curative (repeated after 2 weeks). For roundworm, hookworm, and whipworm, 100mg twice daily for 3 days is the standard course. Mebendazole is a WHO Essential Medicine available without prescription in most countries.
Mebendazole 100mg contains Mebendazole, a anthelmintic (benzimidazole). It is indicated for pinworm (enterobiasis), roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, mixed intestinal helminth infections. WHO Essential Medicine; Cochrane-reviewed for efficacy against intestinal nematodes.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic Name | Mebendazole |
| Drug Class | Anthelmintic (Benzimidazole) |
| Brand Reference | Vermox (Janssen); Mebex (Cipla India) |
| Primary Indication | Pinworm (enterobiasis), roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, mixed intestinal helminth infections |
| Standard Dose | Pinworm: 100mg single dose (repeat after 2 weeks). Roundworm/hookworm/whipworm: 100mg twice daily × 3 days |
| Dosage Form | Tablet/Chewable |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Prescription Required | No |
| Evidence Base | WHO Essential Medicine; Cochrane-reviewed for efficacy against intestinal nematodes |
Inhibits microtubule synthesis in worms by binding to beta-tubulin, blocking glucose absorption and causing worm death. This mechanism of action makes Mebendazole effective against pinworm (enterobiasis), roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, mixed intestinal helminth infections.
Yes — a single 100mg mebendazole tablet cures pinworm infections in over 95% of cases. A second dose is recommended 2 weeks later to eliminate any worms that hatched after the first dose. All household members should be treated simultaneously, as pinworm spreads easily between family members.
Both are benzimidazole anthelmintics. Mebendazole is poorly absorbed from the gut, working primarily in the intestinal lumen — making it excellent for intestinal worms but ineffective for tissue parasites. Albendazole is better absorbed, giving broader systemic activity including hydatid cysts and neurocysticercosis. For common intestinal worms, both are equally effective.
Mebendazole tablets may be chewed, swallowed whole, or crushed and mixed with food — all are equally effective for intestinal worms since the drug works locally in the gut. Chewing the tablet with food may actually slightly improve efficacy for systemic infections.
Mebendazole 100mg is approved for children aged 2 years and older. Children aged 1–2 years require medical supervision. The 100mg tablet is the same dose for children over 2 years and adults — body weight does not affect dosing for intestinal worm treatment with mebendazole.
You may see worms or worm fragments in your stools 1–3 days after treatment. Itching around the anus (the primary pinworm symptom) typically resolves within a week. A stool examination 2–4 weeks after treatment confirms clearance. If symptoms persist after two courses, consult a physician for an alternative treatment.
Store at room temperature (15–30°C) away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Do not use after the expiry date printed on the packaging.
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