Wormentel 500 Mg

MEDICAL DESCRIPTION OF WORMENTEL TABLET:

Wormentel tablet contains Fenbendazole (500mg) an antiparasitic agent used to treat many worm infections. It produces its action by killing the worms which is responsible for infections. 

USE OF WORMENTEL TABLET (Indication of Fenbendazole):        

It is used in the treatment of parasitic worm infections.

WORMENTEL TABLET BENEFITS:

Parasitic infections:

This infection occurs when parasites live and reproduce in your body because parasites need living organisms to get sufficient nutrients to survive. It can spread from contaminated water, foods, and undercooked meats. It is caused by Trichomoniasis, Strongyloidiasis, Leishmaniasis, and Schistosomiasis. 

Pinworm:

It is also called threadworms. It is the common type of intestinal worm infection caused by Enterobius vermicularis. It is a contagious infection that is transmitted from contaminated hands, fingernails, bathroom surfaces, toys, clothing, drinking glasses, and towels. Symptoms include itching around the anus area, trouble sleeping, anus pain, and worms in stool. 

Roundworm:

It is a parasitic infection caused by a roundworm called Ascaris lumbricoides. This worm usually lives in our intestines and causes stomach pain, diarrhea, and fever. It is transmitted from contaminated food and water. Symptoms include fever, vomiting, wheezing, malnutrition, cough, disturbed sleep, stomach pain, and restlessness.

Whipworm:

It is a common type of large intestine worm infection caused by Trichuris trichiura. It usually develops after the ingestion of contaminated water or feces that contains whipworm parasites. Symptoms include bloody diarrhea, stomach pain, vomiting, headaches, weight loss, and inability to control feces. 

Hookworm:

This type of parasite usually affects the lungs and small intestine. It is found in contaminated feces. It is caused by parasites called Ancylostoma duodenale, and Nectar americanus. Symptoms include diarrhea, stomach pain, vomiting, fever, blood in stool, loss of appetite, and rash.

Neurocysticercosis:

It is a common parasitic infection that affects the central nervous system of humans. It is a major cause of seizures. It is also known as Taenia solium tapeworm. It usually occurs after consuming uncooked or undercooked pork food, in contaminated water with tapeworm eggs, or through unhygienic practices. Symptoms include epilepsy, stroke, headache, dizziness, movement disorders, stiff neck, nausea, vomiting and confusion. 

Hydatid:

It is a parasitic infection caused by a tapeworm called Echinococcus. This tapeworm causes cysts in your liver and other organs. It is usually transmitted from sheep and dogs. In humans, it is transmitted by drinking infected parasitic water. Symptoms include coughing, bloody stools, chest or abdominal discomfort, jaundice, skin rash, shortness of breath, weight loss, nausea, and vomiting. 

HOW THE WORMENTEL TABLET WORKS:    

Wormentel tablet contains Fenbendazole (500mg) an antiparasitic medication that produces its action by regulating the worms from absorbing glucose which helps to kill the worms responsible for infections. 

CONTRAINDICATION OF WORMENTEL TABLET:

If you are allergic to fenbendazole and its combinations, it is advisable not to consume the medicine.

WORMENTEL TABLET SIDE EFFECT 

Skin rash

Headache

Diarrhea

Stomach pain

Nausea

Vomiting 

Dizziness

Liver damage

FAQ WORMENTEL TABLET:

• Does Wormentel tablet kill the eggs of the worms?

No, this medicine does not kill the eggs of the worms but it will act against the larva and adult worms. If you have any doubts get advice from your doctor. 

• Is Wormentel tablet effective for treating pinworms?

Yes, this medicine is effective in treating pinworms. If you have any doubts kindly seek the doctor’s help.

• Is Wormentel an antibiotic?

No, this medicine is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-parasitic medicine used to treat various worm infections 

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL WARNING OF WORMENTEL TABLET

ALCOHOL:

While taking fenbendazole it is not clear whether it is safe to consume alcohol. For more details visit the doctor or nearby hospital for a consultation. 

DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY                                                                                        

While taking the fenbendazole medicine it is unsafe to drive or operate the machine. For more details visit the doctor or nearby hospital for a consultation

PREGNANCY:

Using this medicine while you are pregnant is considered unsafe because this medicine may produce harmful effects on your baby. For more details visit the doctor or nearby hospital for a consultation

BREASTFEEDING: 

Using this medicine while you are breastfeeding is considered unsafe because this medicine may excreted through breast milk. For more details visit the doctor or nearby hospital for a consultation.

KIDNEY PROBLEM:

Using this medicine in patients with a history of liver disease is considered cautious. For more details visit the doctor or nearby hospital for a consultation. 

LIVER PROBLEM:

Using this medicine in patients with a history of liver disease is considered cautious. Adjust the dose as per the requirements. For more details visit the doctor or nearby hospital for a consultation. 

HOW TO TAKE A WORMENTEL TABLET:

Fenbendazole gives better results when you take the medicine with food, take the tablet fully, and do not chew or crush the tablet. Take the tablets as per the dose prescribed by the doctor. Do not take extra doses and dosage of the medicine, it may lead to undesired and unwanted effects. 

USE OF WORMENTEL TABLETS IN ADULTS:

If the medicine is prescribed by the doctor, then it is advised to consume the medicine as per the doctor’s prescription of dose and dosage, For more details visit the doctor for the consultation.

USE OF WORMENTEL TABLET IN CHILDREN:

If the medicine is prescribed by the doctor, then it is advised to consume the medicine as per the doctor’s prescription of dose and dosage, For more details visit the doctor for consultation.

USE OF WORMENTEL TABLET IN ELDERLY PATIENTS:

Wormentel tablets should be used with caution in patients in an elderly age group, which leads to developing further medical problems and worsening the patient’s health conditions. Kindly consult with your doctor. Dose adjustment is required for the patient based on the medical condition and previous medical history of the patient.

OTHER GENERAL WARNINGS:

Using this medicine may cause an increase in the risk of liver disease, kidney disease, bone marrow suppression, allergic reactions, gastrointestinal obstruction, and seizures. Patients need to consult the doctor before consuming the medicine and caution to be taken while taking the medicine.  

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Wormentel tablet contains Fenbendazole (500mg) an antiparasitic agent used to treat many worm infections. It produces its action by killing the worms which is responsible for infections.  

Inform the doctor, if you have the following complications earlier,  

If you have a medical history of GI tract disease 

If you have an immunodeficiency disease like the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) /Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

If you have allergic conditions like itching and rashes 

If you are planning to become pregnant or currently under the breastfeed 

If you are suffering from diarrhea, stomach pain, etc

DRUG INTERACTION WITH WORMENTEL TABLET

Interaction with the drugs:

A combination of albendazole and fenbendazole may increase the risk of side effects 

Fenbendazole may increase the international normalized ratio of warfarin which increases the risk of bleeding 

The use of antacids may decrease the absorption of fenbendazole 

Consuming grapefruit while taking fenbendazole may lead to the development of toxicity

OVERDOSE

Consume the medicine as per the doctor’s advice and prescribed dose and dosage. Avoid taking any extra dose of medicine than the original prescribed dose. Do not overdose for the immediate effect, which leads to undesired effects. If you have taken the overdose/extra dose of the medicine immediately visit the doctor or nearby hospital for medical consultation.

MISSED DOSE

Take the medicine as per the prescription of a doctor.

Take only the dose and dosage prescribed by the doctor and the doctor’s advice.

Do not take the missed or forgotten dose to adjust the dose, if you missed the dose skip the missed dose and continue the regular schedule dose medicine.

Consuming the medicine two times to compensate for the missed or forgotten dose should be avoided.

Conditions of Storage:

Store the medicine at 30°c at room temperature.

Keep reaching out to children and pets, to avoid the risk of swallowing.

Protect from sunlight and heat 

Quick recall:

Wormentel tablet contains Fenbendazole (500mg) an antiparasitic agent used to treat many worm infections. 

It produces its action by killing the worms which is responsible for infections.  

Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver diseases

Do not discontinue the medicine without consulting with your doctor 

To know about your disease status, your doctor may ask for a routine checkup of your stools and blood samples in the middle of the treatment to check whether the infection level is reduced or not.   

REFERENCES:

Keller WC. Fenbendazole. [Last accessed January 2, 2013]; WHO Food Additive Series 29. available at: https://www.inchem.org/documents/jecfa/jecmono/v29je04.htm

Duwel D, Hajdu P, Damm D: [Pharmacokinetics of fenbendazole. 2]. Berl Munch Tierarztl Wochenschr. 1975 Nov 1;88(21):418-9. https://go.drugbank.com/articles/A8349