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Buy Ovex tablets online in the UK
Where can I buy Ovex?
You can buy Ovex over the counter from Oxford Online Pharmacy to treat threadworm.
This family pack contains 4 tablets to treat up to 4 people. One tablet should be sufficient to kill threadworms although it doesn’t always destroy the threadworm eggs. This is why we suggest that all members of the family should be treated at the same time to prevent re-infection.
What are Threadworms?
Threadworms also known as Pinworms, are tiny parasitic worms that infect the large intestine.
Threadworms infect the gut and lay eggs around the anus which causes itchiness. Threadworms are common but are not usually serious. They are common among children and can spread easily. Treatment such as Ovex is available without the need to consult a doctor.
How do you know you have threadworms?
Threadworms can be identified in faeces; they resemble small pieces of white thread. Additionally, they may be visible around the anus, particularly during the night when the individual is asleep.
Recognising the symptoms
Other symptoms may accompany the presence of threadworms, such as:
- Intense itching around the anus or vagina, especially at night
- Irritability and disrupted sleep patterns, with frequent awakenings during the night
Less common signs of a worm infestation include:
- Weight loss
- Bedwetting
- Irritation of the skin surrounding the anus
What is Ovex?
Ovex tablets contain the active ingredient mebendazole which is in a group of medicines called 'anthelmintics'.
Ovex threadworm tablets are available from pharmacies, typically available as chewable tablets or liquids for swallowing.
What are the ingredients in Ovex?
Each tablet of Ovex Family Pack contains Mebendazole as the active ingredient at a dosage of 100 mg.
Additional components include microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate, talc, maize starch, sodium saccharin, magnesium stearate, hydrogenated cottonseed oil, orange flavouring, colloidal anhydrous silica, sodium lauryl sulfate, and orange yellow S (E110).
Who cannot take Ovex tablets?
You should always consult with a pharmacist before taking any medication, especially if:
- You’re taking any other medication
- You are pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant.
- You are breastfeeding
- You need treatment for a child under 2 years
- You are allergic to any of the ingredients in Ovex
Ovex (Mebendazole) 100mg Family Pack 4 Tablets reviews
How to use Ovex (Mebendazole) 100mg Family Pack 4 Tablets
How to take Ovex?
You should take one tablet per family member.
This medicine is a single dose. Do not take more than the stated dose shown below.
Ovex family pack 4 tablets are for oral use only.
The tablets can be chewed or swallowed whole. We suggest crushing the tablet before giving it to a young child.
Always supervise a child if they are taking this medicine.
Ovex Suspension could be considered for young children who are unable to swallow the Ovex Tablet.
How long does Ovex take to work?
Ovex tablets should get to work straight after you take the first dose although it can take up to 3 days for the worms to be completely eliminated through your stools.
How long does Ovex stay in your system?
Ovex tablets can stay in your body for up to 3 days after taking the dose.
Mebendazole should reach a half-life within 3 - 6 hours after taking the tablet as it gets broken down by the liver and then excreted through bile or urine.
How often can you take Ovex?
You should only need to take one tablet to treat the infestation.
You must talk to a doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after a few days.
If you are re-infected your pharmacist may recommend that you take a second tablet after two weeks.
Side effects of Ovex (Mebendazole) 100mg Family Pack 4 Tablets
Potential Ovex side effects
As with any medication, Ovex carries the risk of side effects, although not everyone experiences them.
If you encounter any of the following, discontinue use and promptly seek medical advice:
Rare (affecting up to 1 in 1,000 individuals):
- Seizures (convulsions)
- Allergic reactions, such as unexplained wheezing, shortness of breath, sudden facial or throat swelling, and hives (also known as 'nettle rash' or 'urticaria').
- Skin rashes, which may be severe and involve blistering or skin peeling, accompanied by fever.
If you notice any of the following symptoms, stop the medication and consult your doctor or pharmacist:
Common (affecting up to 1 in 10 individuals):
- Abdominal pain
Uncommon (affecting up to 1 in 100 individuals):
- Stomach discomfort
- Diarrhea
- Flatulence
Other potential effects may include:
Rare (affecting up to 1 in 1,000 individuals):
- Liver inflammation or abnormal liver function
- Decrease in white blood cells (lowering the body's infection defences)
- Unusual hair loss
