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Compare Emverm vs. Vermox

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  • Emverm (mebendazole)
    Vermox (mebendazole)
  • Emverm (mebendazole)
    Vermox (mebendazole)

  • Summary of Emverm vs. Vermox

    Summary for Antiparasitic
    Prescription only

    Emverm (mebendazole) is an antiparasitic medication used to treat various worm infections of the intestine like pinworm, roundworm, whipworm, and hookworm. It comes as a chewable tablet that can be used in adults and children ages 2 years and older. It's only available as a brand-name medication since there is no generic. Common side effects include loss of appetite, stomach pain, and diarrhea.

    Summary for Antiparasitic

    Vermox (mebendazole) is an antiparasite medication. It's used to treat roundworm and whipworm intestinal infections in adults and children ages 1 year and older. This medication is available as a chewable tablet that's taken by mouth as a single dose. Some side effects of Vermox (mebendazole) include stomach upset and rash.

    Please note: Vermox (mebendazole) has been discontinued and is no longer available in the United States. Ask your primary care provider about other options to treat intestinal worm infections.

  • Indications of Emverm vs. Vermox

    Indications for
    •Pinworm
    •Whipworm
    •Roundworm
    •Hookworm
    Indications for

    Treatment of stomach infections in people ages 1 year and older due to:

    •Ascaris lumbricoides (roundworm)
    •Trichuris trichiura (whipworm)

  • Pros and Cons of Emverm vs. Vermox

    Pros and Const for Antiparasitic
    Pros
    •Can be taken with or without food
    •Safe to use in children 2 years and older
    •Works well with a small number of doses
    Cons
    •Side effects include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
    •Can cause a serious skin reaction if taken with metronidazole
    •Can take up to 3 weeks for the infection to clear
    Pros and Const for Antiparasitic
    Pros
    •Works well to treat stomach infections caused by certain worms
    •Taken as a single dose
    •Can be used in children as young as 1 year of age
    Cons
    •Only used for infections in the stomach due to Ascaris lumbricoide and Trichuris trichiura worms
    •Safety in pregnancy isn't clear
    •No longer available

  • Common Side Effects of Emverm vs. Vermox

    Common Side Effects for
    •Reduced appetite
    •Stomach pain
    •Diarrhea
    •Passing gas
    •Nausea
    •Vomiting
    •Rash
    Common Side Effects for
    •Low appetite
    •Stomach pain
    •Diarrhea
    •Gas
    •Nausea
    •Vomiting
    •Rash

  • Warnings of Emverm vs. Vermox

    Common Side Effects for
    •Seizures
    •Low white blood cell count
    •Serious skin reactions
    Common Side Effects for
    •Medication interaction

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