Mebex 500mg Tablet is an antiparasitic medication. It is used in the treatment of worm infections. It works by killing the worms and this treats your infection.

Mebex 500mg Tablet is used to prevent or treat fungal infections and also to treat certain skin disorders causing swelling and redness on skin

Uses of Mebex Tablet

Worm infections

Benefits of Mebex Tablet

In Worm infections

Mebex 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which helps treat many parasitic worm infections. It works by killing and stopping the further growth of parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.

Side effects of Mebex Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Mebex

Abdominal pain

How to use Mebex Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mebex 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mebex 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Mebex 500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mebex 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Mebex 500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Mebex 500mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Mebex 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mebex 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Mebex 500mg Tablet to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections.
It should be taken with food.
Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Swallow it whole with a full glass of water.
It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Mebex 500mg Tablet.
Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Synthetic benzimidazole derivate, Benzophenones

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Antiprotozoal agents

Patient concerns

My son is 1 year 11 months old. Doctor prescribed Mebex suspension for worms. Is it ok to give him Mebex before 2 years?

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

Mebendazole should not be used for children under the age of 2 years.

I would like to know about a effective periodic worm medicine for my son who is 1.5 year and daughter who is 6

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

Albendazole is commonly used for worm infestation.

Sometimes I find small white worms mostly 1 or 2 outside my vagina. They might come out from inside the vagina or may be intestinal worms. Always come from inside. I find the worm crawling at vaginal opening They either come out through vagina or anus. I feel the worms at both places but mostly anus.

Dr. Suman Rao

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

This is not normal. You could have a worm infestation. Consult a physician.

User feedback

Patients taking Mebex 500mg Tablet

Twice A Day

40%

Once A Day

40%

Once A Week

20%

What are you using Mebex Tablet for?

Parasitic wor*

100%

*Parasitic worm infections

How much was the improvement?

Poor

50%

Excellent

33%

Average

17%

What were the side-effects while using Mebex 500mg Tablet?

No Side Effec*

100%

*No Side Effect

FAQs

Is Mebex 500mg Tablet effective?

Mebex 500mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Mebex 500mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Mebex 500mg Tablet?

The use of Mebex 500mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine, and if you are suffering from asthma. Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions before taking the medicine.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Mebex 500mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container or pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

What if I forget to take a dose of Mebex 500mg Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Mebex 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is Mebex 500mg Tablet safe?

Mebex 500mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

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Mebex 500mg Tablet

Product introduction

Uses of Mebex Tablet

Benefits of Mebex Tablet

In Worm infections

Side effects of Mebex Tablet

Common side effects of Mebex

How to use Mebex Tablet

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

User feedback

FAQs

Is Mebex 500mg Tablet effective?

Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Mebex 500mg Tablet?

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Mebex 500mg Tablet?

What if I forget to take a dose of Mebex 500mg Tablet?

Is Mebex 500mg Tablet safe?

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