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Is Combantrin Advisable For Threadworms?

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Question : I have threadworms. I took Combantrin yesterday which is pyrantel pamoate. I will take a second dose in two weeks. Will this kill ALL of them? What else can I do? I am getting scared about this and that they won’t go away. Should I change my sheets every day? Please advise.
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Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal (12 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Don't worry.

Detailed Answer:
Hi, I am Dr Mittal. I have read your query. I think I would be able to help you.

The fact remains that the therapy for thread worms is very effective and proven. In 90% of the cases the parasites are completely cured.

So please relax and follow with the therapy as suggested by your local physician. It's highly probable that you will be fine.

And you need not change the bedsheets. That's not needed.

Avoid raw food including salads. It would not be recommended.

I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information helps you. Please feel free to contact us for more information. Best of luck. Dr Mittal.
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Is Combantrin Advisable For Threadworms?

Brief Answer: Don't worry. Detailed Answer: Hi, I am Dr Mittal. I have read your query. I think I would be able to help you. The fact remains that the therapy for thread worms is very effective and proven. In 90% of the cases the parasites are completely cured. So please relax and follow with the therapy as suggested by your local physician. It's highly probable that you will be fine. And you need not change the bedsheets. That's not needed. Avoid raw food including salads. It would not be recommended. I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information helps you. Please feel free to contact us for more information. Best of luck. Dr Mittal.