1. Mebendazole TabletsMebendazole tablets (Mebex) are used for thetreatment of Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm),Trichuris trichiura (whipworm), Ascarislumbricoides (common roundworm), Ancylostomaduodenale (common hookworm), Necatoramericanus (American hookworm) in single ormixed infections. Mebendazole is a highlyeffective, broad-spectrum antihelmintic. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland

2. Mebendazole TabletsChemical Structure The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 3. Mebendazole TabletsActive IngredientThe active pharmaceutical ingredientpresent in Mebex tablets isMebendazole.Each 100 mg tablet contains 100 mg ofthe active ingredient Mebendazole. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 4. Mebendazole TabletsRecommended Adult DosageThe recommended adult dosage of Mebex(Mebendazole Tablets) is given below:Treatment of Pinworm Infection: Mebex Dosagefor treatment of pinworms is 100 mg taken once.This dose is repeated two weeks later if theinfestation has not cleared up.Treatment of Whipworm, Common Roundwormand Hookworm Infections: Oral dosage fortreatment of whipworm, common roundworm andhookworm in adults is 100 mg twice a day for 3consecutive days. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 5. Mebendazole TabletsRecommended DosageThe recommended dosage of Mebex (Mebendazole Tablets) for children is givenbelow:Treatment of Whipworm, CommonRoundworm and Hookworm Infections:Oral dosage for treatment of whipworm,common roundworm and hookworm inchildren more than 2 years of age and below5 years of age and below 18 kg weight is one100 mg tablet in the morning for threeconsecutive days. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 6. Mebendazole TabletsContraindicationsMebendazole tablets (Mebex 100 mg) arecontraindicated in patients with the followingconditions:Known hypersensitivity to Mebendazole or anyinactive ingredient of this medication.Use of Mebendazole in the treatment of childrenunder two years is contraindicated. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 7. Mebendazole TabletsSide Effects of Mebex TabletsThe most common side effects ofMebendazole tablets (Mebex) arediarrhoea, vomiting, and/orabdominal pain. Other side effectsreported were drowsiness, itching,headache, and dizziness. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 8. Mebendazole TabletsWarnings And PrecautionsPatients should be informed of the potential risk to thefetus in women taking Mebendazole tablets duringpregnancy, especially during the first trimesterMebendazole has not been extensively studied inchildren under two years; therefore, in the treatment ofchildren under two years the relative benefit/risk should beconsidered.Concurrent treatment with Cimetidine may inhibit themetabolism of Mebendazole in the liver, resulting inincreased plasma concentrations, particularly duringprolonged treatment. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 9. Mebendazole TabletsWarnings And PrecautionsIt is not known whether Mebendazole passes intomaternal milk and thus whether it is harmful to thenewborn. The use of Mebex tablets in nursing mothersrequires that anticipated benefits be weighed againstpossible risks.Periodic assessment of organ system functions, includinghematopoietic and hepatic, is advisable during prolongedtherapy. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 10. Mebendazole TabletsOverdose Symptoms & TreatmentIn the event of accidental overdosage,abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting ordiarrhoea and gastrointestinal complaintslasting up to a few hours may occur.Vomiting and purging should be induced. The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland 11. Mebendazole TabletsMebex 100 mg TabletsManufactured by Cipla Ltd., IndiaFor more information click here The Swiss Pharmacy, Geneva Switzerland