The whole family may need to be treated even if they have no symptoms as threadworm infection is considered highly contagious. Both medications are approved treatments for threadworm infection in the 2nd and 3rd trimester of pregnancy by the World Health Organization (WHO)[1].
Is it safe to take worming tablets while pregnant?
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.
When can a pregnant woman Deworm?
De-worming using Mebendazole or Albendazole (1st dose during 4th to 6th months of pregnancy and 2nd dose during 7th to 9th months of pregnancy). Do not take de-worming tablets during the first three months of pregnancy.
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