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==Pediatric Dosing== | ==Pediatric Dosing== | ||
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==Special Populations== | ==Special Populations== | ||
Revision as of 01:54, 20 March 2026
Administration
- Type: Antiparasitic
- Dosage Forms:
- Routes of Administration: Oral
- Common Trade Names:
Adult Dosing
Indications by Disease
| Disease | Dose | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Enterobius | 11mg/kg (max 1g) PO once then repeat in 2 weeks | Adult first choice for pregnant |
Pediatric Dosing
Indications by Disease
Special Populations
- Pregnancy Rating: C
- Lactation risk: Infant risk cannot be ruled out
- Renal dosing:
- Hepatic dosing:
Contraindications
- Allergy to class/drug
Adverse Reactions
Serious
Common
- Nausea/vomiting, diarrhea
- Headache, dizziness, somnolence
Pharmacology
- Half-life:
- Metabolism:
- Excretion: Fecal
Mechanism of Action
- depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent, causes spastic paralysis in the worms
Comments
- Indicated to treat infection with enterobius, ascaris, and other similar worms