Pyrantel Pamoate

Pyrantel is an "antihelmintic," or anti-worm, medication. It prevents worms from growing or multiplying in your body. Pyrantel is used to treat infections caused by pinworms . Pyrantel may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Pyrantel is an "antihelmintic," or anti-worm, medication. It prevents worms from growing or multiplying in your body. Pyrantel is used to treat infections caused by pinworms . Pyrantel may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

You should not use pyrantel if you are allergic to it, or if you have: liver disease . Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Pyrantel should not be given to a child younger than 2 years old.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Pyrantel may cause serious side effects. Stop using pyrantel and call your doctor at once if you have: severe stomach pain, nausea , vomiting , or diarrhea ; severe dizziness; or ongoing headache . Common side effects of pyrantel may include: stomach pain, nausea, vomiting; diarrhea; or headache. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

375 to 500 mg (440 (437.5)) 24 hourly PO — Single Dose Scraped Dose — Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. You may take pyrantel with or without food. pyrantel may be taken with milk or juice. Shake the oral suspension (liquid) before you measure a dose. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). Pyrantel doses are based on weight. Carefully follow all dosing instructions. Using a laxative will not make pyrantel work better or faster. Tell your doctor if you are constipated. Call your doctor if you still see pinworms or have symptoms after taking this medicine. If you live with other people, all members of the household may need to be treated with pyrantel. Pinworm can spread easily to anyone who has close contact with you. Always follow directions on the medicine label about giving this medicine to a child. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

10 mg/kg (10 (10)) 24 hourly Oral — Once or as Rquired

10 mg/kg (10 (10)) As recommended. Oral — Single dose

Other drugs may affect pyrantel, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins , and herbal products . Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.

Tab, Syrup Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight.