Mebex 100 Mg Tablet 6

Mebex 100 Tablet 6

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Mebendazole (100 Mg)

Mebex Tablet is an anthelmintic medication commonly used to treat infections caused by parasitic worms such as pinworm (Enterobius vermicularis), common roundworm (Ascaris lumbricoides), american hookworm (Necator americanus), common hookworm (Ancylostoma duodenale) and whipworm (Trichuris trichiura).

The Mebex Tablet composition includes mebendazole (100mg). Doctors typically prescribe Mebex Tablet to treat parasitic worm infections in adults and children above 2 years.

Mebex Tablet is usually prescribed to individuals with itching, rash, stomach pain, and diarrhoea due to parasitic worm infection. It is also prescribed to prevent the spread of the infection in people exposed to someone with a worm infection.

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Enterobiasis: Mebex Tablet is commonly used to treat enterobiasis or threadworm infection. It is also known as pinworm infection. It is a common infection that affects the digestive system and causes symptoms such as itching around the anus and vagina. Mebex works by inhibiting the growth and reproduction of pinworms. It disrupts their metabolism and prevents them from absorbing glucose, leading to death.
Hookworm infection: Mebex Tablet is also used to treat hookworm infections. Hookworm is an intestinal parasite in humans. The larvae and adult worms live in the small intestine and cause intestinal problems such as abdominal pain and diarrhoea.
Ascariasis: Mebex Tablet can also treat ascariasis or roundworm infection in the intestine. Ascariasis is caused by ingesting worm eggs. This occurs by putting hands or fingers contaminated with dirt into the mouth or eating vegetables or fruits that have not been carefully peeled, washed, or cooked. Symptoms of roundworm infection can include abdominal pain and discomfort.
Trichuriasis: The Mebex Tablet can also treat trichuriasis or whipworm infection that infects the large intestine. Symptoms of whipworm infection can include abdominal pain, diarrhoea, and weight loss. Those with serious infections experience frequent, painful bowel movements containing mucus, water, and blood.
Preventing worm infections: Mebex Tablet is also used to prevent the spread of parasitic worm infections, specifically in areas with poor sanitation or in households with infected individuals.

Directions for Use of Mebex 100 Tablet 6

Swallow the Mebex Tablet whole with a glass of water.
Do not crush or chew the tablet, as this may affect the way the medication is absorbed in the body.
Take Mebex Tablet at fixed times each day to maintain a consistent level of medication.
Follow your doctor's instructions for taking the Mebex Tablet, including the dosage, frequency, and duration of treatment.
Do not change the dose of Mebex Tablet and you should not take them more often than prescribed.

Mebex Tablet is taken orally as prescribed by a doctor.

The common Mebex Tablet side effect includes.

Stomach ache
Diarrhoea
Gas
Loss of appetite
Nausea
Vomiting

Managing the Side Effects:

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless, which resolve on discontinuing Mebex Tablet. However, if you experience any serious side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

Mebex Tablet is an anthelmintic medication used to treat infections caused by parasitic worms. The active ingredient in the Mebex Tablet is mebendazole. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzimidazoles. Mebendazole disrupts the metabolism and prevents the worms' absorption of nutrients. It ultimately leads to the death of the worms and their elimination from the body.
Mebendazole is effective against various parasitic worms, including threadworm, pinworm, roundworm, and hookworm. By treating the worm infection, Mebex Tablet can alleviate symptoms of parasitic worm infection and help prevent the spread of the infection to others.

Pregnancy

Mebex Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy due to the risk of foetal harm. Do not take Mebex Tablets during pregnancy until prescribed by a doctor.

Breastfeeding

Mebex Tablet may pass into the breast milk. The safety of Mebex Tablet during breastfeeding has not been established. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns about taking a Mebex Tablet while breastfeeding.

Alcohol

It is not recommended to consume alcohol while taking Mebex Tablets. Alcohol can add to dizziness due to the Mebex Tablet.

Liver

Mebex Tablet should be cautiously used in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustments may be required in patients with liver disease. If you have a severe liver problem, consult your doctor about the dose before taking Mebex Tablet.

Kidney

Mebex Tablets should be cautiously used in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustments may be required in patients with kidney disease. If you have a severe kidney problem, consult your doctor about the dose before taking Mebex Tablet.

Using Machines & Driving

You may experience dizziness after taking the Mebex Tablet. Avoid doing any attentive task if you experience dizziness after taking Mebex Tablet.

Allergy

Do not take Mebex Tablet if you are allergic to its ingredients. To avoid allergic reactions, read the label and check the ingredients before taking Mebex Tablet.

Children

Mebex Tablet is not intended for children under 2 years of age.

Older Patients

Mebex Tablets should be cautiously used in older patients as they are at high risk of side effects due to the medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions

Mebex Tablet can interact with Medications, including.

Cimetidine
Carbamazepine
Metronidazole
Ritonavir
Phenytoin

Drug-Food Interactions

Mebex Tablets are not likely to interact with any food.

Drug-Disease Interactions

Mebex Tablet can interact with Diseases, including.

Liver disease

Daily Dose

The recommended daily dosage of Mebex Tablet is 2 tablets taken in the morning and evening, with or without food. The dosage may change based on the type of worm. It is important to follow the prescribed dosage and not exceed it without consulting your doctor.

Over Dose

If you or someone else takes an excessive amount of Mebex Tablet by accident, it is essential to take immediate medical attention from your doctor or nearby hospital. Symptoms of an overdose include gastrointestinal issues lasting up to a few hours. You may also experience vomiting and purging due to an overdose of Mebex Tablet.

Missed Dose

You may take the missed dose of Mebex Tablet as soon as you remember, but if it's almost time for the next dose, skip it and continue with your regular dosing schedule; do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Store this medicine at a temperature below 25 ºC.
Protect it from light and moisture.
Keep Mebex Tablets away from children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date has passed.

Wash hands and fingernails with soap often during the day, especially before eating and after using the toilet.
Wear tight underpants both day and night. Change them daily.
Regularly wash and iron your bed linens and night clothes.
Keep the toilet seats clean.
Wash all fruits and vegetables thoroughly or cook them well.
Drink boiled and purified water.
Do not walk barefoot.
Keep your nails short.
Discourage nail-biting or finger-sucking in children.

If the symptoms of worm infection persist after three weeks of treatment. Consult your doctor for another treatment.
Do not treat worm infection by fasting, using laxatives, or forcing yourself to vomit.
Consult your doctor before taking Mebex Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Drug Category	Anti-infectives
Therapeutic Category	Anti-helminthic
Available Dosage Types	Tablet
Habit Forming	No
Ailment	Parasite infections

When should I take the Mebex Tablet?

For the treatment of pinworm or threadworm infection, take 1 tablet after a period of 2 to 4 weeks.For the treatment of pinworm or threadworm infection, take 1 tablet after a period of 2 to 4 weeks. For whipworm, common roundworm and hookworm infections, take 2 tablets in the morning and evening for 3 consecutive days.

How effective is the Mebex Tablet?

Mebex Tablet is highly effective in treating worm infections when taken as directed and for the prescribed duration. However, the effectiveness can vary with the type and severity of the worm infection being treated.

How long does the Mebex Tablet take to work?

Mebex Tablet starts working right after it is taken, with some improvement in symptoms seen within a few days. However, it may take several weeks for Mebex Tablet to eliminate the parasitic infection.

Is it safe to take a Mebex Tablet?

Mebex Tablet is generally considered safe when taken as directed by a doctor. However, it may cause side effects in some individuals. Common side effects of Mebex Tablet may include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and loss of appetite.

Who should not take the Mebex Tablet?

Pregnant women, breastfeeding women and patients with severe liver and kidney disease should not take Mebex Tablet until prescribed by a doctor.

Last Updated On 15 Feb. 2024 | 10:50PM (IST)

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