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Pyrantel

For the treatment of pinworms.

Sold without prescription in some countries Oral

How to use Pyrantel

Lo que dice el prospecto oficial. Si te lo recetó un médico, sigue la receta. Si el prospecto de tu caja es distinto, manda el de tu caja.

Para quién es

For the treatment of pinworms.

Cómo tomarlo y con qué frecuencia
  • READ THE PACKAGE CAREFULLY BEFORE TAKING THIS MEDICATION. take only according to directions
  • Do not exceed the recommended dosage, unless directed by a doctor medication should only be taken one time as a single dose; do not repeat treatment when one individual in a household has pinworms, the entire household should be treated unless otherwise advised
  • Adults, children 12 years of age and over, and children 2 years to under 12 years of age: this product can be taken any time of day, with or without meals
  • It may be taken alone or with milk or fruit juice. use of a laxative is not necessary before, during, or after medication oral dosage is a single dose of 5 mg of pyrantel base per pound or 11 mg of pyrantel base per kilogram of body weight not to exceed 1 gram (1000mg)
  • Children under 25 lbs. or 2yrs old: do not use unless directed by a doctor Weight Dosage (taken as a single dose as per weight) Less than 25 lb. or under 2 yrs. old do not use unless directed by a doctor 25-37 lbs. 2 tablets (125 mg) 38-62 lbs. 4 tablets (250 mg) 63-87 lbs. 6 tablets (375 mg) 88-112 lbs. 8 tablets (500 mg) 113-137 lbs. 10 tablets (625 mg) 138-162 lbs. 12 tablets (750 mg) 163-187 lbs. 14 tablets (875 mg) 188 lbs. and over 16 tablets (1,000 mg)
Talk to a doctor first if

liver disease are pregnant

Warnings

Ask a doctor before use if you have liver disease are pregnant Stop use and ask a doctor if any symptoms or pinworms are still present after treatment any worms other than pinworms are present before or after treatment any of these symptoms that sometimes occur after taking the product persist: abdominal cramps nausea vomiting diarrhea headache dizziness Keep out of reach of children. In case of an accidental overdose get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Posibles efectos secundarios

Any symptoms or pinworms are still present after treatment any worms other than pinworms are present before or after treatment any of these symptoms that sometimes occur after taking the product persist: abdominal cramps nausea vomiting diarrhea headache dizziness

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

Si olvidas una dosis

Tómala en cuanto te acuerdes, salvo que falte poco para la siguiente. En ese caso, sáltate la olvidada. Nunca tomes dos dosis a la vez para compensar. Revisa tu prospecto, porque algunos medicamentos son distintos.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2025-06-18.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Vrmx 500PYRANTEL PAMOATE 180 mg/1 · Tablet · OPMX LLC
NDC 69729-141Label
Pyrantel PamoatePYRANTEL PAMOATE 50 mg/mL · Suspension · Jefferson Labs
NDC 51072-088Label
Pyrantel PamoatePYRANTEL PAMOATE 1 kg/kg · Powder · DARMERICA, LLC
NDC 71052-135Label
Pyrantel PamoatePYRANTEL PAMOATE 1 kg/kg · Powder · Moehs Catalana SL
NDC 52932-0714Label
ParasitolPYRANTEL PAMOATE 144 mg/mL · Suspension · Menper Distributors Inc.
NDC 53145-101Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACBendex Suspension A11-0695NAFDACCombiworm Tablet Pyrantel Pamoate 125 mg 04-0069

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

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Questions about Pyrantel

What is Pyrantel used for?

For the treatment of pinworms. (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Pyrantel?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: READ THE PACKAGE CAREFULLY BEFORE TAKING THIS MEDICATION. take only according to directions do not exceed the recommended dosage, unless directed by a doctor medication should only be taken one time as a single dose; do not repeat treatment when one individual in a household has pinworms, the entire household should be treated unless otherwise advised adults, children 12 years …

Do I need a prescription for Pyrantel?

In many countries Pyrantel is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Pyrantel?

Pyrantel is sold under names such as Heartgard Plus, Rfd, Nemex, Strongid, Equistrength, Liqui-vict 2x, Tri-heart Plus, Worm Protector 2x. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Pyrantel is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.