Drug Facts
| Active Ingredient | Purpose |
| Each 1 mL contains: | |
| Pyrantel base | Pinworm |
| (as Pyrantel Pamoate) 50 mg | treatment |
Warnings
- Abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache or dizziness sometimes occur after taking this drug. If any of these conditions persist, consult a physician.
- Keep this and all medications out of reach of children.
- In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
- If you are pregnant or have liver disease, do not take this product unless directed by a physician.
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 not to exceed 1 gram.
- Carefully read additional product information (located on the inside of label) before using this medication. Take only according to directions and do not exceed the recommended dosage unless directed by a physician. Medication should only be taken one time as a single dose, do not repeat treatment unless directed by a physician. 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 physician. If any symptoms or pinworms are still present after treatment, consult a physician.
- 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.
Dosage Information
Each mL of Pyrantel Pamoate Oral Suspension contains the equivalent of 50 mg of Pyrantel Base (as Pyrantel Pamoate).
Pyrantel Pamoate Oral Suspension Dosage Guide
| Weight | Dosage (taken as a single dose) |
|
Less than 25 pounds or under 2 years old |
Do not use unless directed by a physician |
| 25 to 37 pounds | 1/2 teaspoonful (125 mg) |
| 38 to 62 pounds | 1 teaspoonful (250 mg) |
| 63 to 87 pounds | 1 1/2 teaspoonfuls (375 mg) |
| 88 to 112 pounds | 2 teaspoonfuls (500 mg) |
| 113 to 137 pounds | 2 1/2 teaspoonfuls (625 mg) |
| 138 to 162 pounds | 3 teaspoonfuls (750 mg) |
| 163 to 187 pounds | 3 1/2 teaspoonfuls (875 mg) |
| 188 pounds and over | 4 teaspoonfuls (1,000 mg) |
Store upright at 20°–25° C (68°–77° F). Excursions permitted between 15°–30° C (59°–86° F). Do not freeze.
Inactive Ingredients
Citric acid, potassium sorbate, purified water, glycerin, sodium benzoate, sucralose, vanilla custard flavor, xanthan gum.
