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Vermil 100mg Tablet is used to treat parasite worm infections like pinworm, whipworm, roundworm, hookworm, and other parasites. It contains Mebendazole, which kills the susceptible helminths (parasitic worms) and treats the infection. It may cause common side effects such as abdominal pain, diarrhoea, not being hungry, gas, and upset stomach. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Composition :

MEBENDAZOLE-100MG

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Dec-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Vermil 100mg Tablet

Vermil 100mg Tablet is used to treat parasite worm infections like pinworm, whipworm, roundworm, hookworm, and other parasites. Parasitic worms are also called intestinal worms or helminths. They live in and feed on their hosts, leading to weakness and disease. Common types of intestinal worms are roundworms and flatworms, such as tapeworms and flukes.

Vermil 100mg Tablet contains ‘Mebendazole’, which works by inhibiting tubulin polymerization. This causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, which leads to its immobilization. Thereby, Vermil 100mg Tablet kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection.

Take Vermil 100mg Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to take Vermil 100mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. You may experience certain common side effects such as abdominal pain, diarrhoea, not being hungry, gas, and upset stomach. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Vermil 100mg Tablet may increase the chances of getting an infection; maintain proper hygiene and try to stay away from people with infections, flu, or colds. Consult your doctor if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising, as you may bleed or bruise easily while taking Vermil 100mg Tablet. Do not take Vermil 100mg Tablet if you have any allergies, liver problems, or intestinal problems. Inform your doctor before taking Vermil 100mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, as it may cause fetal harm. If you are a breastfeeding mother, immediately contact your doctor because Vermil 100mg Tablet passes into breast milk.

Uses of Vermil 100mg Tablet

Vermil 100mg Tablet is used in the treatment of parasitic worm infections. The detailed uses of Vermil 100mg Tablet are as follows:

  • Treatment of Parasitic Infections: Worm infestations and other parasitic infections are frequently treated with the tablet.
  • Prevention of Specific Infections: It can be applied to individuals who are susceptible to contracting specific parasitic infections as a preventive measure.
  • Symptom Relief: The tablet may help alleviate diarrhoea, nausea, and abdominal pain associated with parasite infections.&
  • Supporting Immune Function: The tablet’s active ingredients have the potential to strengthen the immune system, enhancing its ability to fight infections.

Key Benefits

Vermil 100mg Tablet belongs to a group of anthelmintic medicines used to treat worm infections such as pinworm, whipworm, roundworm, hookworm, and other parasites. Vermil 100mg Tablet contains ‘Mebendazole’, which works by inhibiting tubulin polymerization. This causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, leading to its immobilisation. Thereby, Vermil 100mg Tablet kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection.

Side effects of Vermil 100mg Tablet
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.

Directions for Use

  • Take Vermil 100mg Tablet with or without food or as advised by a doctor.
  • Recommended to take the medicine twice a day, in the morning and evening or as advised by your doctor.
  • Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

How Vermil 100mg Tablet Works

Vermil 100mg Tablet contains Mebendazole, which works by inhibiting tubulin polymerisation. This causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, leading to its immobilisation. Thereby, Vermil 100mg Tablet kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Please do not drink alcohol with this Vermil 100mg Tablet because it may produce drowsiness as a side effect.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Vermil 100mg Tablet belongs to pregnancy category C. Do not take Vermil 100mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, as it may cause fetal harm. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Vermil 100mg Tablet may pass into breast milk, which may cause harm to the baby. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Driving

Caution

If you experience drowsiness, hypotension, dizziness, or a headache as side effects when using Vermil 100mg Tablet, then it may not be safe to drive or operate heavy machinery.

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Liver

Unsafe

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Vermil 100mg Tablet can be given to children above 2 years if prescribed by the doctor.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart problems

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited information available for use of Vermil 100mg Tablet in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Vermil 100mg Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Vermil 100mg Tablet, as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, and abdominal pain. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Regularly wash your hands with soap and water, especially after using the toilet and while eating.
  • Avoid eating raw fish and meat.
  • Thoroughly cook meat before eating.
  • Wash all fruits and vegetables properly before consuming them.
  • Wash or reheat food that has been around for a long time.
  • Avoid contact with soil that may be contaminated with faeces.
  • Avoid foods that have been left open in the market, as they may be contaminated.
  • Drink boiled and purified water.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Vermil 100mg Tablet to start to work: Vermil 100mg Tablet ideally shows its action within 2 to 4 hours after administration. The time for which the effects of Vermil 100mg Tablet last: The duration of action for Vermil 100mg Tablet is not clinically established.

What if you forget to take Vermil 100mg Tablet

If you miss a dose of Vermil 100mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

Vermil 100mg Tablet might increase the chances of getting an infection; maintain proper hygiene, and try to stay away from people with infections, flu, or colds. Consult your doctor if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising, as you may bleed or bruise easily while taking Vermil 100mg Tablet. Do not take Vermil 100mg Tablet if you have any allergies, liver problems, and intestinal problems. Inform your doctor before taking Vermil 100mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, as it may cause fetal harm. If you are a breastfeeding mother, immediately contact your doctor because Vermil 100mg Tablet passes into breast milk. Vermil 100mg Tablet can be given to children above 2 years if prescribed by the doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions: Vermil 100mg Tablet may have interaction with antacid (cimetidine), a drug used to treat epilepsy (carbamazepine), antibiotics (metronidazole), and antivirals (ritonavir).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Vermil 100mg Tablet may have interactions with liver disease.

MebendazoleFosphenytoin
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MebendazolePhenobarbital
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Drug-Drug Interactions

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MebendazoleFosphenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vermil 100mg Tablet:
When Vermil 100mg Tablet is taken with Fosphenytoin, the amount of Vermil 100mg Tablet in the blood may decrease.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Vermil 100mg Tablet and Fosphenytoin together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor know right away. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to a doctor.
MebendazolePhenobarbital
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vermil 100mg Tablet:
Taking Vermil 100mg Tablet and phenobarbital may reduce the blood levels of Vermil 100mg Tablet and make it less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Vermil 100mg Tablet and Phenobarbital together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
MebendazoleRitonavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vermil 100mg Tablet:
Taking Vermil 100mg Tablet and meclizine may reduce the blood levels of Vermil 100mg Tablet and make it less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Vermil 100mg Tablet and Ritonavir, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
MebendazoleCarbamazepine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vermil 100mg Tablet:
Taking carbamazepine with Vermil 100mg Tablet may possibly reduce the blood levels and effects of Vermil 100mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking carbamazepine and Vermil 100mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. It is good to inform your doctor if you use any other medications.
MebendazolePhenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vermil 100mg Tablet:
Phenytoin may decrease the blood levels of Vermil 100mg Tablet, which may make Vermil 100mg Tablet less effective in treating your condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking phenytoin and Vermil 100mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MebendazolePrimidone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vermil 100mg Tablet:
Taking Vermil 100mg Tablet and primidone may reduce the blood levels of Vermil 100mg Tablet and make it less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vermil 100mg Tablet with Primidone together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're taking multiple medications, your doctor can recommend other options that won't cause any problems when taken together. It's important to keep a close eye on your symptoms and contact your doctor right away if you notice any signs of infestation. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
MebendazoleMetronidazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vermil 100mg Tablet:
Coadministration of metronidazole with Vermil 100mg Tablet may increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between metronidazole and Vermil 100mg Tablet, they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms like fever, body ache, painful red rash, cough, peeling of the skin, or Drooling, contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Vermil 100mg Tablet is used to treat parasite worm infections like pinworm, whipworm, roundworm, hookworm, and other parasites.
Vermil 100mg Tablet causes metabolic disruption and energy depletion in the parasite, leading to its immobilisation. Thereby, Vermil 100mg Tablet kills the susceptible helminth and treats the infection.
Regular monitoring of blood count at the beginning of each cycle of therapy and for every 2 weeks while taking Vermil 100mg Tablet is advised for all patients. Treatment with Vermil 100mg Tablet should be discontinued if a significant decrease in blood cell count is observed.
Vermil 100mg Tablet might increase the chances of getting an infection. Maintain proper hygiene and try to avoid contact with people who have infections, the flu, or colds.
Do not discontinue Vermil 100mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Vermil 100mg Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not hesitate to consult your doctor if you experience any difficulties while taking Vermil 100mg Tablet.
Take the missed dose of Vermil 100mg Tablet as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.
Signs of a worm infection in children include symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhoea, unexplained weight loss, itching around the anus, and visible worms in the stools. If you notice any of these signs in your child, please consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.
Your child can become infected with intestinal worms by ingesting contaminated food or water, coming into contact with soil or surfaces contaminated with worm eggs, or through poor hygiene practices, such as not washing hands after using the toilet.
Deworming is the process of eliminating intestinal worms or parasites from the body, typically using antiparasitic medications such as Vermil 100mg Tablet.
Yes, other medications can generally be taken at the same time as Vermil 100mg Tablet if advised by your doctor. However, it is important to consult your doctor to avoid potential interactions. Please inform your doctor if you are taking antacids (such as cimetidine), a drug used to treat epilepsy (such as carbamazepine), antibiotics (such as metronidazole), or antivirals (such as ritonavir).
Give Vermil 100mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Vermil 100mg Tablet can be administered once or twice daily, as advised by the doctor, depending on the type of worm infection.
You should not take Vermil 100mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Do not take Vermil 100mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, as it may harm your baby. Also, avoid taking Vermil 100mg Tablet if you have liver or intestinal problems. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns while using Vermil 100mg Tablet.
Vermil 100mg Tablet is generally considered safe for children over 2 years old when used as directed by your doctor. However, Vermil 100mg Tablet should not be used in children under 1 year old for the treatment of gastrointestinal infestations, as it may increase the risk of convulsions.
Vermil 100mg Tablet usually starts working immediately after ingestion. However, it may take several days to completely kill all the worms. Be sure to complete the full course of treatment, as stopping the medication early could result in recurring infections.
Vermil 100mg Tablet is generally used to treat existing parasitic worm infections rather than preventing them. Please consult your doctor about alternative methods to prevent reinfection and to prevent the spread of the disease to others.
The common side effects of Vermil 100mg Tablet include abdominal pain, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, gas, and an upset stomach. If you experience these side effects persistently, please inform your doctor.
Yes, worm infections are contagious. Household members can be infected by touching things/areas that may be contaminated, like bedding, towels, or toys. Practicing good hygiene, such as washing hands often and cleaning regularly, can help prevent the infection from spreading.
Yes, Vermil 100mg Tablet can be taken with food. However, it is important to wash your hands and fingernails thoroughly before eating to prevent the spread or recurrence of infection. Always follow the instructions provided by your doctor.

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