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How do you get rid of threadworms when pregnant?

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Created: 2022-05-31 15:30:16

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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.


How do you treat threadworms during pregnancy?

Both medications are approved treatments for threadworm in the 2nd and 3rd trimester of pregnancy by the World Health Organization (WHO). 1 A zinc cream or mild antiseptic cream used around the bottom at night and in the morning can help with itching around the anus.

Are threadworms harmful in 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 a pregnant woman treat worm?

Deworming women during pregnancy has a positive effect on child survival and health. 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.

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