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How do you get rid of pinworms when pregnant?

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Created: 2022-05-31 16:24:09

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There are two medications that are commonly used to treat worm infections and they are both available over the counter from a pharmacy. The generic names are Mebendazole and Pyrantel. Mebendazole is the first preference as studies in human pregnancy show no increase in adverse effects to the mother or fetus.


Are pinworms harmful during pregnancy?

Threadworm infection during pregnancy is not known to put your unborn baby at any risk. Pregnant women may be able to avoid taking medicines to treat threadworms by using strict hygiene measures to clear themselves. Threadworms already in the bowel die within approximately six weeks.

Can I be treated for worms when pregnant?

Pregnancy and breastfeeding If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, it is usually considered better to try to treat threadworms without taking a medicine. It's important to: wash your hands and scrub under your fingernails – particularly before eating, after using the toilet or after changing nappies.

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