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Mebendazole – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: VERMOX

Strength: 100 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 8.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Mebendazole

Class: | Anthelmintic Use: | Treatment of infections caused by certain types of worms, including pinworm, roundworm, whipworm, and hookworm. Adult dose: | 100 mg orally as a single dose; may repeat after 3 weeks if necessary. Pediatric dose: | 100 mg orally as a single dose for children over 2 years; may repeat after 3 weeks if necessary. Side effects: | Common side effects include abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and headache. Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to mebend

Drug Class

Anthelmintic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of infections caused by certain types of worms, including pinworm, roundworm, whipworm, and hookworm.

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F) in a tightly closed container, away from moisture and light.

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Janssen Pharmaceutica N.V., BELGIUM

Package Size

6's Blister

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 8.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

100 mg orally as a single dose; may repeat after 3 weeks if necessary.

Pediatric Dose

100 mg orally as a single dose for children over 2 years; may repeat after 3 weeks if necessary.

Side Effects

Common side effects include abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and headache.

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to mebendazole or any component of the formulation; pregnancy (especially in the first trimester).

Important Warnings

Use with caution in patients with liver disease; not recommended during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks; may cause fetal harm.

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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