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VERMOX 100 MG / 5ML ORAL SUSPENSION, MEBENDAZOLE 100 MG / 5ML ORAL SUSPENSION - patient leaflet, side effects, dosage

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Patient leaflet - VERMOX 100 MG / 5ML ORAL SUSPENSION, MEBENDAZOLE 100 MG / 5ML ORAL SUSPENSION

1. what vermox suspension is and what it is used for

The name of your medicine is Vermox 100mg/5ml Oral Suspension / Mebendazole 100mg/5ml Oral Suspension (referred to as Vermox suspension in this leaflet). It contains a medicine called mebendazole. It is one of a group of medicines called ‘anthelmintics’.

Vermox suspension is used to treat worm infections of the gut such as:

  • ■ threadworms (pinworms)

  • ■ other common worm infections (such as whipworm,

roundworm, hookworm)

This medicine is for use in adults and children aged over 2 years.

You or your child has been advised to take Vermox suspension because you have a worm infection. Worms can infect anyone. It does not necessarily mean that your hygiene is poor.

To stop you and your family infecting others or re-infecting yourselves, follow the advice below for at least six weeks:

  • ■ Keep nails short

  • ■ Discourage nail biting or finger sucking

  • ■ Wear pyjamas or underclothes in bed

  • ■ In the mornings, wash your bottom thoroughly

  • ■ Use a separate towel for each person in the house

  • ■ Change clothes regularly

  • ■ Wash and iron bed linen regularly

  • ■ Wash hands and nails well after using the toilet and before meals

2. before you use vermox suspension

Do not use Vermox suspension if:

  • ■ You are allergic to anything in Vermox suspension (listed in section 6 below)

  • ■ You are pregnant

Do not use this medicine if any of the above applies to you.

If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Vermox suspension.

Warnings and precautions

  • ■ Vermox suspension should not be given to children under 2 years of age

  • ■ Vermox should only be given to younger children if your doctor has specifically prescribed it. Your doctor will decide whether Vermox is suitable for your child. You must follow the doctor’s instruc­tions carefully.

Taking other medicines

Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines. This includes medicines that you buy without a prescription, herbal medicines, dietary supplements or vitamins.

In particular tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking:

  • ■ Metronidazole – for certain infections

  • ■ Cimetidine – for excess stomach acidity

Talk to your doctor before using Vermox suspension if you are taking any of these medicines.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding

  • ■ Do not take Vermox suspension if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or might become pregnant

  • ■ Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice if you are breast-feeding

Driving and using machines

This medicine is not likely to affect you being able to drive or use any tools or machines.

Important information about some of the ingredients of Vermox suspension

Vermox suspension contains

  • ■ Sucrose. If your doctor has told you that you are intolerant of some sugars, contact them before taking this medicine

  • ■ Methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218) and propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216). This may cause an allergic reaction. This reaction may happen some time after you have taken Vermox suspension

  • ■ This medicine contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23mg) per ml, that is to say essentially ‚sodium-free‘.

3. how to use vermox suspension

Always use Vermox suspension exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

Using this medicine

  • ■ Take this medicine by mouth

  • ■ The dose will depend on which type of worm you have

  • ■ Always shake the bottle thoroughly before use

  • ■ Use the 5ml cup or spoon in the pack to measure the dose

  • ■ Always supervise a child if they are taking this medicine

  • ■ You do not need to use a laxative or change your diet

How much you should take

Adults and children over 2 years old

For threadworms (pinworms):

  • ■ one 5ml measuring cup (or spoonful) of suspension

A single dose of Vermox suspension will kill threadworms.

Your doctor may tell you to take a second dose after 2 weeks in case of re-infection.

For other common worm infections:

  • ■ one 5ml measuring cup (or spoonful) of suspension two

times a day (morning and evening) for three consecutive days or as directed by your doctor

If you take more Vermox suspension than you should

If you take more Vermox suspension than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the nearest hospital casualty department straight away.

If you forget to take Vermox suspension

  • ■ Do not take the missed dose

  • ■ Take your next dose at the usual time, and then keep taking your medicine as your doctor has told you

  • ■ Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose

If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

4. possible side effects

Like all medicines, Vermox suspension can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Stop using Vermox suspension and tell your doctor straight away if you notice or suspect the following serious side effects. You may need urgent medical treatment.

  • ■ Sudden swelling of your face or throat. Hives (also known as nettle rash or urticaria), severe irritation, reddening or blistering of your skin. These may be signs of a severe allergic reaction

  • ■ Blistering of your skin, mouth, eyes and genitals

  • ■ Fits (convulsions)

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any of the following side effects:

Common (affects less than 1 in 10 people)

  • ■ Stomach pain

Uncommon (affects less than 1 in 100 people)

  • ■ Stomach discomfort

  • ■ Diarrhoea

  • ■ Wind

  • ■ Feeling sick (nausea) or being sick (vomiting)

Rare (affects less than 1 in 1,000 people)

  • ■ Rash

  • ■ Inflammation of the liver

  • ■ Changes in liver enzymes (shown in blood tests)

  • ■ Inflammation of the kidneys

  • ■ Reduction in white blood cells (shown in blood tests).

You may get more infections

  • ■ Unusual hair loss

  • ■ Dizziness

Reporting of side effects

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store.

By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. how to store vermox suspension

  • ■ Keep out of the sight and reach of children.

  • ■ No special storage conditions are required.

  • ■ Shake the bottle well before use.

  • ■ Do not use the medicine after the expiry date printed on the packaging. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.

  • ■ If your doctor decides to stop treatment, return any leftover suspension to the pharmacist. Only keep it if your doctor tells you to.

  • ■ If the suspension appears discoloured or shows any

other signs of deterioration, take it to your pharmacist who will advise you.

  • ■ Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. These measures will help protect the environment.

  • 6. Further information

What Vermox suspension contains

The active substance in Vermox is mebendazole.

Each 5ml contains 100mg mebendazole.

Also contains sucrose (sugar), microcrystalline cellulose and sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, methylcellulose, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), sodium lauryl sulphate, banana flavour, citric acid and water.

What Vermox suspension looks like and contents of the pack

Vermox suspension is a white banana flavoured liquid supplied in 30ml bottles with a measuring cup or spoon marked for 2.5ml and 5ml.

Manufacturer

Manufactured by: Famar ABE, Kifisou Avenue, Peristeri, Greece or

FAMAR ABE, 49. Km Nat.Road Athens-Lamia, Greece or

Janssen Pharmaceutica NV, Turnhoutseweg 30, 2340 Beerse, Belgium.

Product Licence holder: Doncaster Pharmaceuticals Group Ltd., Kirk Sandall, Doncaster, DN3 1QR.

Procured from within the EU and repackaged by: Doncaster Pharmaceuticals Group Ltd., Kirk Sandall, Doncaster, DN3 1QR.

PL No: 04423/0260 POM

Leaflet revision and issue date (Ref.): 20.10.20

Vermox® is a registered trademark of Johnson & Johnson.

  • 7. Further advice regarding worms

Sources: Original (products.mhra.gov.uk)