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. 30 янв. 2020 г.
What happens if you Deworm when pregnant?
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.
How do you Deworm during pregnancy?
Protocol for deworming during pregnancy: Albendazole is the recommended drug of choice for deworming of PW. Deworming should be done after the 1st trimester of pregnancy (preferably during the 2nd trimester). A single dose of Tablet Albendazole (400 mg) IP is recommended.
Can having worms while pregnant harm the baby?
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.
Which Dewormer can a pregnant woman take?
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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