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Mebendazole – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: MEBENDA

Strength: 100 mg | Form: Chewable Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 6.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Mebendazole

Class: | Anthelmintic Use: | Treatment of infections caused by various intestinal worms, including pinworm, roundworm, whipworm, and hookworm Adult dose: | 100 mg as a single dose for pinworm; 100 mg twice daily for 3 days for other infections Pediatric dose: | 100 mg as a single dose for children over 2 years; consult a physician for children under 2 years Side effects: | Abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to mebendazo

Drug Class

Anthelmintic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of infections caused by various intestinal worms, including pinworm, roundworm, whipworm, and hookworm

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from moisture and light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Lifepharma FZE, U.A.E

Package Size

6's Blister

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 6.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

100 mg as a single dose for pinworm; 100 mg twice daily for 3 days for other infections

Pediatric Dose

100 mg as a single dose for children over 2 years; consult a physician for children under 2 years

Side Effects

Abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to mebendazole or any of its components; pregnancy (especially in the first trimester)

Important Warnings

Use with caution in patients with liver disease; not recommended during pregnancy unless clearly needed; may cause liver enzyme elevations in rare cases

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Mebendazole available in UAE pharmacies:

BENDAZOLE 100 mg Tablets MEBENDA 100 mg Chewable Tablets MEBZOL 100 mg Tablets MEBZOL 100 mg/5ml Oral Suspension VERMONIL 100 mg/5ml Oral Suspension VERMOX 100 mg Tablets VERMOX 20 mg/ml Oral Suspension VERMOX 500 mg Tablets

Related Medicines in Same Category

See also: Other Anthelmintic medicines available in UAE pharmacies

Albendazole Albendazole Albendazole Albendazole Albendazole DIETHYLCARBAMAZINE Niclosamide Oxamniquine

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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