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Pyrantel Pamoate

OTC Oral RxCUI 199106
Contents

Overview

Active ingredient
Pyrantel Pamoate
Route
Oral
Label date
2024-12-18

Indications and usage

Use for the treatment of pinworms.

Purpose

Anthelmintic

Dosage and administration

Directions Shake well before use. Adults, children 12 years of age and over, and children 2 years to under 12 years of age: Oral dosage is a single dose of 5 milligrams of pyrantel base per pound, or 11 milligrams per kilogram, of body weight. Do not exceed 1 gram (1000 mg). Weight Dosage (Taken as a single dose) Under 25 lbs or 2 yrs. Don't use unless directed by a doctor 25-37 lbs ½ teaspoonful 38-62 lbs 1 teaspoonful 63-87 lbs 1 ½ teaspoonful 88-112 lbs 2 teaspoonful 113-137 lbs 2 ½ teaspoonful 138-162 lbs 3 teaspoonful 163-187lbs 3 ½ teaspoonful over 188 lbs 4 teaspoonful * Read package insert carefully before taking this medication. Take only according to directions and do not exceed the recommended dosage unless directed by a doctor. Medication should only be taken one time as a single dose; do not repeat treatment unless directed by a doctor. When one individual in a household has pinworms, the entire household should be treated unless otherwise advised. See Warnings . If any worms other than pinworms are present before or after treatment consult a doctor. If any symptoms or pinworms are still present after treatment, consult a doctor. *This product can be taken any time of day, with or without meals, it may be taken alone or with milk or fruit juice. Use of a laxative is not necessary prior to, during or after medication.

Warnings

*Abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, or dizziness sometimes occurs after taking this drug. If any of these conditions persist, consult a doctor. *If you are pregnant or have liver disease, do not take this product unless directed by a doctor.

Ask a doctor before use if

*Abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, or dizziness sometimes occurs after taking this drug. If any of these conditions persist, consult a doctor.

Pregnancy or breast-feeding

*If you are pregnant or have liver disease, do not take this product unless directed by a doctor.

Active ingredient (label)

(in each 1mL) Pyrantel Pamoate 144 mg/mL (50mg pyrantel base per mL)

Inactive ingredients

s Purified Water, Glycerin, Sugar, Flavor, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate and Potassium Sorbate

Keep out of reach of children

of Children. In case of accidental overdose/ingestion contact a poison control center immediately.