Ovex Suspension
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Overview
Ovex Suspension is a medication used to treat thread worm or pinworm infections of the digestive tract. The active substance in this medicine is mebendazole. It belongs to a class of medications called anthelmintics. It kills thread worms to relieve itching, loss of appetite, and sleep upset.
Patient Information Leaflet
Always read the patient information leaflet before starting your treatment. The patient information can be found here.
Directions
Ovex Suspension should be taken by mouth. Follow these instructions to use it effectively:
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Shake the bottle well before every use.
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Take one 5 ml as measured by the measuring cup given in the pack.
- Take this medication once daily.
Storage
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Store below 25°C.
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Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
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Do not use it after the expiration date printed on the pack.
Cautions
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For oral use only.
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Not suitable for children under the age of 2.
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Not suitable for pregnant women.
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Tell your doctor if you are taking any other medications or over-the-counter products, including herbal products.
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If you accidentally swallow large amounts of this medication, immediately seek medical attention and take the medicine pack with you.
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Children must be supervised while taking this medication.
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Contact your doctor or pharmacist if the symptoms do not improve after a week of use.
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Do not use it if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
- Do not use it if you have sucrose intolerance.
Side effects
Ovex Suspension is a safe medication. However, it can cause the following side in some individuals:
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Stomach pain
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Stomach discomfort
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Flatulence
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Diarrhoea
- Allergic reaction
Discontinue use and contact your doctor or pharmacist if you experience convulsions (fits).
Seek immediate medical attention if you have an allergic reaction. The symptoms of an allergic reaction are swelling of the face and neck, and difficulty breathing.
Ingredients
Ovex Suspension contains the following ingredients:
Active ingredients
Mebendazole (100 mg per 5 ml): An anthelmintic which kills thread worm parasites.
Other ingredients
Sucrose, microcrystalline cellulose and carmellose sodium, methylcellulose, methylparahydroxybenzoate (E218), propylparahydroxybenzoate (E216), sodium laurilsulfate, banana flavour, (containing propylene glycol (E1520)), citric acid monohydrate and purified water.