Vermox contains Mebendazole and is the number one treatment for Threadworms and other worm infections.
What are threadworms?
Threadworms (Enterobius vermicularis) are small worm parasites that infect the intestines of humans. Threadworms, sometimes known as pinworms, are white and look like a small piece of thread – hence the name. Adult worms live for up to six weeks.
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What causes threadworms?
Poor hygiene: Threadworms are most common in small children because they are not fully aware of the importance of good hygiene and they often forget to wash their hands. Children can also prolong their infection by continually swallowing fresh eggs. As children regularly come into close contact with one another and share toys or hold hands while playing, re-infection is easy. Mistreatment: Often only the family member experiencing symptoms receives treatment. Threadworms are often found in families, particularly in crowded conditions. As threadworms do not always cause symptoms, all members of a household should be treated, even if only one person notices symptoms.
How common are threadworms?
The threadworm is the most common worm parasite that infects children. It is estimated that up to 40% of children under 10 years of age may be infected with threadworms.
What are the symptoms?
• Intense itching around the anus, particularly at night when the female worms are laying eggs • Itching around the vagina • Disturbed sleep as a result of the itching, which can make you irritable. If you have a severe infection or persistent infections, threadworms can cause: • Loss of appetite • Weight loss • Insomnia - Difficulty getting to sleep or staying asleep • Severe irritability
How do I treat threadworms?
Vermox is a medicine which is used to treat threadworms and other common worm infections eg (whipworm, roundworm, hookworm). Vermox contains mebendazole, which is one of a group of medicines called ‘anthelmintics’. This medicine is for use in adults and children over 2 years.