Vermazol

Uses of Vermazol

Vermazol belongs to the family of medicines called anthelmintics. It is primarily used in the treatment of worm infections. This medication works by preventing worms from absorbing sugar, leading to a gradual loss of energy and eventual death of the parasites. Vermazol is available only with a doctor’s prescription and may be used to treat common roundworms, hookworm infections, pinworms, whipworms, and other worm infections as determined by a healthcare professional.

Precautions and Warnings

Before using Vermazol, it is important to consider certain precautions:

• Inform your healthcare provider if you have any allergies, especially to Vermazol or any other medications.
• Patients should take Vermazol as directed by their doctor and follow the recommended dosage instructions.
• For pediatric patients, the safety profile of Vermazol chewable tablets has been evaluated in children aged 1 to 16 years.
• Vermazol should be taken with or without food and should be chewed thoroughly before swallowing.
• It is advisable to wear tight underwear both day and night while taking Vermazol.
• If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as possible. However, patients should not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.
• Inform your healthcare professional about any other medications you are taking, as drug interactions may occur.
• Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using Vermazol.
• Vermazol may not be suitable for individuals with certain medical conditions. Please discuss any pre-existing conditions with your healthcare provider.

Dosage

Dosage for Pinworm (Enterobiasis):

• Adults and children (age 2 and older):
  • A single dose of 100 mg orally.
  • The dose may be repeated in 2 weeks if reinfection occurs.

Dosage for Roundworm, Hookworm, or Whipworm:

• Adults and children (age 2 and older):
  • 100 mg twice daily (morning and evening) for 3 consecutive days.

Side Effects

Common side effects

abdominal pain, diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, and rash. Rare but severe side effects such as agranulocytosis, neutropenia, hypersensitivity reactions (including anaphylactic reactions), convulsions, dizziness, hepatitis, abnormal liver tests, glomerulonephritis, toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, exanthema, angioedema, urticaria, and alopecia have been reported. Please consult a healthcare professional if you experience any concerning symptoms.