CVS PINWORM TREATMENT- pyrantel pamoate suspension
CVS PHARMACY INC
Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.
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Active ingredient (in each mL)
Pyrantel Pamoate 144mg/mL (the equivalent of 50mg pyrantel base)
Uses for the treatment of pinworns
Warnings Do not exceed recommended dosage
Ask a doctor before use if
- you're pregnant
- have liver disease
When using this product abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, or dizziness sometimes occur after taking this drug. If any of these symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose get medical help or contact a poison control center right away.
Directions
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shake well before use
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read bottle label and package insert carefully before taking this medication
- treat the entire household unless otherwise advised
- do not repeat treatment unless directed by 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
- it signs of pinworms persist after treatment, consult a doctor
Weight | Dosage (taken as a single dose) |
Less than 25 lb. or under 2 yrs.old | Do not use unless directed by a doctor |
25-37 lb. | 1/2 teaspoonful |
38-62 lb. | 1 teaspoonful |
63-87 lb. | 1 1/2 teaspoonfuls |
88-112 lb. | 2 teaspoonfuls |
113-137 lb. | 2 1/2 teaspoonfuls |
138-162 lb. | 3 teaspoonfuls |
163-187 lb. | 3 1/2 teaspoonfuls |
188 lb. and over | 4 teaspoonfuls |
Inactive ingredients
banana flavor, citric acid, gylcerin, lecithin, magnesium aluminum silicate, methylcellulose, povidone, simethicone, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sodium saccharin, sorbitol, and water