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Mintezol

Generic Name: thiabendazole (thye a BEN da zole)
Brand Names: Mintezol

What is thiabendazole?

Thiabendazole is an "antihelmintic," or anti-worm, medication. It prevents worms from growing or multiplying in the body.

Thiabendazole is used to treat infections caused by worms such as threadworm. Thiabendazole may also be used to treat pinworm (when it occurs with threadworm), hookworm, whipworm, roundworm, and trichinosis.

Thiabendazole may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about thiabendazole?

Follow your doctor"s instructions regarding treatment; washing of clothes, linens, and towels; and household disinfecting. Pinworm infections are easily spread from one person to another.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking thiabendazole?

Before taking thiabendazole, tell your doctor about any other medical conditions that you have, especially liver or kidney disease. You may not be able to take thiabendazole, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any other medical conditions.

How should I take thiabendazole?

Take thiabendazole exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Chew the chewable tablets thoroughly before swallowing.

Doses are usually taken twice a day. Follow your doctor"s instructions.

It may take 2 days or more for the treatment to remove the worm from the stomach and intestines. Repeat treatment is usually necessary in 7 days to prevent reinfection.

Fasting, laxatives, or purging will not help to cure the infection.

Treatment of family members and other close contacts may be necessary. Pinworm is spread very easily to others in close contact with the infected person.

To prevent reinfection, toilets must be disinfected daily, and clothing, linens, towels, and pajamas must be changed and washed daily.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?

Symptoms of a thiabendazole overdose might include changes in vision and changes in behavior or personality.

What should I avoid while taking thiabendazole?

Treatment of family members and other close contacts may be necessary. Pinworm is spread very easily to others in close contact with the infected person.

Toilets must be disinfected daily and clothing, linens, towels, and pajamas must be changed and washed daily to prevent reinfection.

Thiabendazole side effects

Rarely, other serious side effects can occur. Stop taking thiabendazole and contact your doctor if you experience

• seizures;

• behavior or personality changes;

• skin rash;

• vision changes; or

• yellowing of the skin or eyes.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take thiabendazole and talk to your doctor if you experience

• dizziness, drowsiness, or headache;

• numbness;

• nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, upset stomach, or decreased appetite;

• unusual urine odor;

• fever or chills;

• ringing in the ears;

• blurred vision or dryness of the eyes; or

• appearance of live worms in the mouth or nose.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect thiabendazole?

Theophylline (Theo-Dur, Theolair, Theochron, Theo-Bid, Elixophylline, others) may have dangerous side effects when taken with thiabendazole. Your doctor may want to monitor blood theophylline levels if you are taking theophylline during treatment with thiabendazole.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with thiabendazole. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has more information about thiabendazole written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Thiabendazole is available with a prescription under the brand name Mintezol in 500 mg chewable tablets and as a 500 mg per 5 mL (1 teaspoon) suspension. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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