For a 5.5-year-old weighing 19 kg, the standard dose of Zentel (albendazole) is typically a single 10 ml dose (400 mg). If treating pinworms, a second 10 ml dose is indeed often given two weeks later to prevent reinfection. For other common worms, just a single dose is usually enough. It is always safest to consult your pediatrician to confirm the specific worm being treated and get the exact schedule for your sweet boy.
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What is the correct dosage of Zentel for deworming a 5.5-year-old child who weighs 19 kg, and should it be given as two 10 ml doses two weeks apart?