Wipe down solid surfaces with a mixture of 1 tablespoon of bleach mixed with 1 gallon of water to kill the eggs and get rid of any bacteria from the tapeworm segments. For light-colored fabrics, add 1/2 cup of chlorine bleach to your laundry to kill the eggs.
How do I clean my house after tapeworms?
After vacuuming, you can start steam cleaning all the areas in your house. Steam the carpets, curtains, drapes, furniture, rugs, and every other area that you vacuumed. The heat and moisture will kill the adult tapeworms (and fleas, too, if there are any) and will destroy the eggs.
What disinfectant kills tapeworms?
The usual disinfectants, including most commonly used bleach solutions, have little effect on the parasite. An application of hydrogen peroxide seems to work best.
How long do tapeworms survive on surfaces?
The eggs can survive for up to 3 weeks on surfaces. If they are touched, they will be transferred to the hands. If the hands then touch the person's mouth, there is a serious risk of swallowing the eggs and becoming infected.
How long do tapeworm eggs live on surfaces?
Most tapeworm eggs last for months while waiting for their intermediate hosts; however, scientists have documented that the eggs of some tapeworms are capable of surviving up to eight months, Animal Diversity Web reports.
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