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Mebex 100Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Cipla Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Mebendazole
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Mebex 100Mg Tablet

This medication is highly effective remedy used to treat worm infestations and infection like giardia, ascariasis, guinea worm, ringworm , hookworm and pinworm infections or hydatid disease caused by parasites. It is an antihelminthic agent, belonging to the type called benzimidazole.

The dosage is based on the diagnosis of your condition, the rate of response to the treatment and other heath factors. It is important to not miss a dose, and continue the medicine until the symptoms of the disease disappear completely. The medicine is not used in patients allergic to any of its ingredients.

    What are the uses of Mebex 100Mg Tablet

    What are the contraindications of Mebex 100Mg Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Mebex 100Mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Mebex 100Mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      You should avoid drinking alcohol, it can increase some of the side effects.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      It may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Please consult your doctor before using this medication during breastfeeding.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the substitutes for Mebex 100Mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Mebex 100Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Take the missed dose as soon as possible.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult a doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    The drug results in degenerative changes in the worm cells (intestinal and tegument), via binding to the site of tubulin that is colchicine-sensitive. Therefore, the worm is prevented from polymerizing or clustering into microtubules.

      What are the interactions of Mebex 100Mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        The medication interacts with carbamazepine, metronidazole, phenytoin and cimetidine.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        Patients suffering from liver disease should use some other safer alternative.

      FAQs about Mebex 100Mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Mebex 100Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Mebex tablet is a medication which has Mebendazole as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by constricting glucose uptake by larvae of parasites.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Mebex 100Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Mebex 100Mg is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Whipworm infection, Hookworm infection, and Pinworm infection.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Mebex 100Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Diarrhea, Stomach discomfort, pain, Nausea and Vomiting, Loss of appetite, Convulsions (seizures), Allergic skin reaction, Difficulty in breathing, Fever with chills, Difficulty in swallowing, etc are possible side-effects.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Mebex 100Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Mebex 100Mg tablet should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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