Pinworm Medicine - What Pinworms Are And How To Treat Them

The better to be treated for pinworms

Content

• 1 What are pinworms and the scheme of infection of the human body

• 2 Effective drugs for pinworms

  • 2.1 How to treat enterobiasis in children: a cure for pinworms

  • 2.2 Medicine for pinworms (tablet form)

    • 2.2.1 Pirantel - the most effective remedy for pinworms
    • 2.2.2 Vermox
    • 2.2.3 Piperazine
    • 2.2.4 Decaris
    • 2.2.5 Nemosol
    • 2.2.6 Mebendazole
    • 2.2.7 Zentel
    • 2.2.8 Helmintox
    • 2.2.9 Levamisole
  • 2.3 Medicine for pinworms (other forms of application)
• 3 Folk remedies for pinworms
• 4 Medicines for pinworms: reviews

Enterobiasis is an infection of the human body with pinworms (parasites-worms). To understand what medicines are needed to cure this unpleasant disease, you need to understand the scheme of infection with it. Knowing the scheme and the reasons, it will be easy to find an effective medicine for pinworms.

What are pinworms and the scheme of infection of the human body

What are pinworms

Enterobiasis can only be detected in humans. Animals carry pinworm eggs, but do not become infected with them. The disease most often affects children from 2 to 10 years old, that is, those who like active contacts with pets and street animals. Children do not always wash their hands before eating, which can lead to infection. Also, enterobiasis occurs in people and other age categories.

Living in hot countries with higher temperatures offers little guarantee that the disease is less common. Pinworms do not “survive” sunny, hot places.

Scheme of infection of the human body with pinworms:

• If you do not wash your hands with soap, then the worm egg enters the oral cavity and then into the small intestine;
• The egg gradually matures inside the body and turns into a larva, which subsequently joins the walls of the small intestine;
• After 14 calendar days, the larva turns into a mature individual (pinworm) and finds food in the form of the contents of the small intestine;
• The female pinworm penetrates the rectum and lays new eggs in the folds of the anus (about 10,000 at a time);
• New larvae that appear cause irritation in the anus and a person, combing it, becomes a carrier of this disease.

Symptoms accompanying enterobiasis:

• Itching in the anus;
• Colic in the abdomen;
• Vaginal itching in girls;
• Diarrhea with a possible admixture of mucus;
• Dizziness, nausea, and constant weakness;
• Grinding of teeth in sleep;
• Allergic manifestations;
• Weight loss, weight loss;
• Anemia due to lack of nutrients (mainly iron).

Effective drugs for pinworms

Among the most effective drugs are: Pirantel, Piperazine, Nemozol, Zentel, Dekaris, Vermox, Mebendazole, Helmintox, Levamisole.

How to treat enterobiasis in children: a cure for pinworms

No matter how hard parents try to protect their children from common diseases. It is very difficult to protect children from helminths. Babies love to interact with animals, and they are not always sterile clean. A parent who has noticed signs of pinworms in a child is obliged to show it to the doctor. After passing the analysis of feces for oviducts and confirming the diagnosis - enterobiasis, the doctor will prescribe the necessary treatment.

So how to treat enterobiasis in children?

Pinworm medicine (tablet form)

Most of the medicines are available in tablet form, as it is considered the most convenient for oral administration. It is worth remembering that in a family where enterobiasis is found in a child, there is a high probability that one of the adults also fell ill. To avoid re-infection of the baby, it is necessary to undergo treatment with the whole family.

Pirantel is the most effective remedy for pinworms

Pirantel

The medication is not toxic, its effect extends to the intestinal area without leaving it. Pirantel destroys the neuromuscular system of parasites and destroys them. Pinworms leave the human body naturally through feces. A big plus of the medication is the ability to destroy not only the worms themselves, but also their eggs, as well as all types of worms. If a child is sick not only with pinworms, but also with other types of worms, then with the help of Pirantel it can be cured.

Pirantel is available in tablet form (125 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg, 750 mg) and liquid. Reception is recommended once a day in the morning after breakfast, be sure to drink plenty of water. Pirantel is prohibited for liver failure.

The medication has side effects:

• Allergic manifestations in the form of a rash;
• Excessive sleepiness;
• Headaches.

Therefore, before using the medicine, parents are obliged to study them and eliminate the risks of occurrence. The drug is allowed for use in children over 2 years old.

The price of the medication in tablet form is about 35 rubles, in the form of a suspension - 60 rubles. Pirantel can be purchased at any pharmacy with a doctor's prescription.

Vermox

Vermox

The drug has a point effect on the organism affected by enterobiasis. Effective for all types of helminths. Vermox blocks the nutrition of pinworms with glucose, which helps their development, which contributes to their depletion and destruction within 3 days after taking the pill. Treatment regimen: a person can drink 1 tablet of Vermox after a meal and after 14 and 28 calendar days, repeat the reception for prevention. Vermox is prohibited for pregnant and lactating women with ulcerative colitis and liver failure. The medication is approved for use in children over 2 years old.

The drug has side effects:

• Headaches;
• Nausea;
• Discomfort in the epigastric region.

The price of the medication in tablet form is about 100 rubles. Vermox can be purchased at any pharmacy with a doctor's prescription.

Piperazine

Piperazine

The "oldest" drug existing on the pharmaceutical market, and has established itself as an effective means of fighting enterobiasis. The drug acts on worms, paralyzing their muscular system. The withdrawal of pinworms from the body occurs naturally. The medication is approved for use in children from 6 months. If the baby is under 1 year old, then the dosage of the medicine should be calculated only by the doctor, depending on the weight category and age.

Treatment regimen: Piperazine must be taken 2 times a day (1 hour before breakfast and dinner) for 5 calendar days. 7 days after completing the course, you can repeat this scheme for preventive purposes.

Piperazine is available in tablet form (10 tablets of 0.5 g each) and liquid form. Forbidden for patients with hepatic and renal failure, suffering from epilepsy.

The drug has side effects:

• Diarrhea;
• Feeling nauseous;
• Pain in the epigastric region;
• Allergic manifestations (urticaria);
• Convulsions.

The price of the medication in tablet form is about 55 rubles. Piperazine can be obtained from any pharmacy without a prescription.

Dekaris

Dekaris

The drug acts on the nervous system of the pinworm and paralyzes it. The helminth becomes motionless and with feces goes out during the next day after ingestion. The medication is approved for use in children over 3 years old.

Treatment regimen: Dekaris is applied 1 or 2 times a day in the evening after taking food. Drink plenty of water. The dosage and the number of pills taken depends on the age and weight categories of the patient.

Decaris is available on the pharmaceutical market in tablet form (150 mg). Forbidden for patients with disorders in the functioning of the kidneys, liver, circulatory system.

The drug has side effects:

• Allergic manifestations (urticaria);
• Seizures, tremors;
• Increased pulse.

The price of the medication in tablet form is about 80 rubles.

Nemozole

Nemozole

A potent medicine for the fight against pinworms. Its effect on parasites consists in their complete destruction. Removal from the body is carried out in a natural way.

Treatment regimen: when a diagnosis of enterobiasis is made, the medicine is prescribed for oral administration (once after taking food). It is advisable to eat fatty foods before swallowing the tablet. You do not need to chew the tablet, just drink plenty of water. Re-taking Nemozole is possible after 21 calendar days as a prophylaxis.

The product was put on the market in tablet form (400 mg). It is forbidden for patients with disorders in the functioning of the liver and circulatory system, as well as for pregnant and lactating women.

The drug has side effects:

• Allergic manifestations (urticaria);
• Seizures, tremors;
• Feeling of nausea and abdominal pain;
• Dizziness;
• The likelihood of minor baldness (hair loss);
• Increased pulse and blood pressure.

The price of the medication in tablet form is about 190 rubles. Nemozole can be purchased at any pharmacy with a doctor's prescription.

Mebendazole

Mebendazole

The medication differs from its counterparts in that it is localized only in the intestinal region, without penetrating beyond its walls. Mebendazole is taken orally once, regardless of the meal. Drink with plenty of water. A repeated course of treatment can be carried out after 21 calendar days. The drug is allowed for children over 2 years old.

The medication is marketed in tablet form (1 pack of 10 tablets of 100 mg). It is forbidden for patients with ulcerative colitis who have liver failure.

The drug has side effects:

• Soreness in the epigastric region;
• Development of anemia;
• Increased production of liver enzymes;
• Feeling of nausea and vomiting.

The price of the medication in tablet form is about 130 rubles. Mebendazole is available at any pharmacy with a doctor's prescription.

Zentel

Zentel

The impact of Zental on the human body is similar to the analogue medicine - Vermox. The drug blocks the supply of nutritive glucose to pinworms. They are depleted and perished. The drug is used by children over 1 year old.

Treatment regimen: Zentel is taken orally once during a meal. The dosage depends on the age of the person. If the child is under 2 years old, then it is worth taking half a tablet (200 mg), if over 2 years old, then the full dose (400 mg). No need to take the medication again.

Zentel is available on the pharmaceutical market in tablet form (400 mg), as well as in suspension (liquid version). Forbidden for patients with retinal dysfunction.

The drug has side effects:

• Stomach discomfort;
• Allergic manifestations in the form of a skin rash;
• Partial hair loss;
• Dysfunction of the liver;
• Fever, chills.

The price of the medication in tablet form is about 270 rubles, the suspension is 330 rubles. Zentel can be purchased at any pharmacy with a doctor's prescription.

Helmintox

Helmintox

Available in tablet form (1 pack of 6 tablets of 125 mg). The medication can be taken once at any time and regardless of meals. The dosage must be calculated by the doctor. If a person weighs over 75 kg, then the dosage will be 1000 mg. If the weight is less than 75 kg, then the dosage is 750 mg. Prohibited for patients with impaired liver function, as well as lactating women.

The drug has side effects:

• Stomach discomfort;
• Allergic manifestations in the form of a skin rash;
• Partial hearing impairment (temporarily);
• Insomnia.

The price of the medication in tablet form is about 80 rubles. Helmintox can be purchased at any pharmacy with a doctor's prescription.

Levamisole

Levamisole

Available for sale in tablets: for children under 6 years old at a dosage of 50 mg, and for children in the age group from 6 to 15 years old - 75-100 mg. The medication must be taken once after a meal before bedtime. Forbidden to patients with diagnosed renal and hepatic insufficiency, circulatory system disorders.

The drug has side effects:

• Mouth ulcers;
• Risk of pancreatitis;
• Diarrhea.

The price of the medication in tablet form is about 65 rubles.

Pinworm medicine (other forms of application)

Pharmaceutical companies prefer to release drugs in tablet form, because this is what patients are more familiar with. However, children are not happy with injections or pills. Therefore, there is an alternative treatment for enterobiasis in the form of a suspension and suppositories.

• Suspension: Pirantel, Vermox, Dekaris. Recommended for children under 3 years of age.

• Suppositories (anal suppositories): Vormil, Helmavitol. They differ in the speed of action on parasites and subsequent withdrawal in a natural way. They are non-toxic and practically do not have a negative effect on the body.

  

  Pirantel

  

  Vermox

  

  Helmavitol

Folk remedies for pinworms

In addition to traditional methods of treatment, traditional medicine recipes can also act as a medicine for pinworms. Among the most effective and efficient folk remedies are:

• Enema. It is necessary to boil 1 large head of garlic in a glass of milk. Then strain the broth through a fine strainer and cool. Use as a solution for an enema, which is desirable to put before bedtime. Dosage for an adult: 1 glass, for a child - ½ part of a glass. The duration of the procedures is 7 calendar days.
• Infusion of onions. A small onion must be chopped in a blender until mushy. Pour boiling water over and leave in a covered jar for 12 hours. Then strain the infusion through a fine strainer. 1 glass of solution must be drunk in 2 doses. Duration of application - 4 calendar days.
• Pumpkin seeds. Grind raw pumpkin seeds (100 g) until mushy and pour in ½ part of a glass of olive oil, mix thoroughly. Eat the cooked mass early in the morning. Meals should be taken no earlier than 3 hours later.

Folk remedies for pinworms

How to treat enterobiasis in adults? The answer is simple enough. Those medicines that are allowed for children are also used in the treatment of adults from enterobiasis. The dosage and amount of taking the drug should be calculated by the doctor depending on the age and weight category of the patient.

Medicines for pinworms: reviews

Pinworm infection causes significant discomfort not only for adults, but also for children in particular. On the pharmaceutical market there are a large number of effective medicines that defeat enterobiasis. However, after completing the treatment course, it is worthwhile to again take an analysis for the eggs of the worms to make sure of a complete recovery.