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Anti-Helmintics

These drugs are used to treat helminth or worm infections. Mebendazole is an anthelmentic effective against threadworms, roundworms, whipworms, hookworms and possibly tapeworms, but should be avoided during pregnancy.

Products:	Mebendazole
For Children:	Contra-indicated in age below 2 years
For Pregnant Women:	Contra-indicated
For Breastfeeding Mothers:	Use with caution only if clearly indicated
*Contra-indications:**	Impaired kidney function
Caution:	Blood count to be monitored

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