Can worm tablets cause miscarriage?

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Created: 2022-05-31 15:42:19

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Studies that included around 1,650 women taking mebendazole during the first trimester of pregnancy found that these women do not seem to have a higher chance of having a baby with a birth defect. Studies of a small number of pregnant women taking mebendazole in early pregnancy have shown no link with miscarriage.

Can deworming affect early pregnancy?

Although deworming treatment is considered safe and effective at any time, it is recommended that pregnant women in the first trimester be excluded from deworming treatment.

What happens if you take worming tablets while pregnant?

A recent study has found that mothers receiving deworming treatment during pregnancy reduce by 14% the risk of their child dying within the first four weeks after birth. Another benefit is that treating pregnant women with anthelminthic medicines can avoid low birthweight.

Which worm can cause miscarriage?

Rubella (German measles) Rubella can cause miscarriage, stillbirth or congenital defects; health problems which affect the baby from birth.

Can deworming cause abortions?

There is no known association between deworming with ivomec products and abortion. Many cows have been dewormed with this product, and products like this, at fall pregnancy checks without this adverse effect.

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