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Can I take pinworm medicine every month?

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18 дек. 1990 г. · Every couple of months, the entire family takes a medication to kill pinworms, . how long does the medication take to kill the worms, .


How often can you take pinworm medicine?

If you have threadworms (also called pinworms) you will usually take a single dose. If you live with anyone else, they will need to be treated at the same time because threadworms can spread easily. A doctor or pharmacist may suggest you repeat the dose after 2 weeks to prevent you from getting them again.

Can you take pinworm medicine monthly?

Give a repeat dose of the pinworm medicine in 2 weeks. Reason: To prevent the pinworms from coming back. The repeat dose is needed because eggs can live for 1 to 2 weeks.

When can I take pinworm medicine again?

Consult a health care provider before treating a suspected case of pinworm. Treatment involves a two-dose course. The second dose should be given 2 weeks after the first.

How often should you take worm medicine?

The dose is usually 400 milligrams (mg) 2 times a day, taken with meals, for 8 to 30 days. Adults and children weighing less than 60 kg—Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The dose is usually 15 mg per kg of body weight per day, divided into 2 doses, taken with meals, for 8 to 30 days.

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