Vermox 100mg Mebendazole Tablets | Threadworm Treatment Ireland | Chemco Pharmacy

Vermox — Mebendazole 100mg Tablets for Threadworm Treatment

Vermox (mebendazole 100mg) is a pharmacy medicine used for the treatment of threadworm (pinworm) infections and other common intestinal worm infections. It works by preventing worms from absorbing the glucose they need to survive, killing the infection effectively.

Threadworm is extremely common in Ireland, particularly in school-age children, and the whole household should be treated at the same time to prevent reinfection. Vermox is available to buy from Chemco Pharmacy without a prescription for adults and children aged 2 years and over.

What Vermox Treats

• Threadworm (Enterobius vermicularis) — the most common worm infection in Ireland and the UK
• Roundworm (Ascaris lumbricoides)
• Whipworm (Trichuris trichiura)
• Hookworm (Ancylostoma duodenale, Necator americanus)

Key Features

• Contains mebendazole 100mg — the active ingredient in Vermox
• Single dose for threadworm (one tablet for all household members aged 2+)
• Chewable or swallowable tablet
• Suitable for adults and children aged 2 years and over
• Available without prescription from your pharmacy
• Maximum 4 boxes per purchase

How to Use

For threadworm: Take one tablet as a single dose. All household members aged 2 and over should be treated at the same time. A second dose may be taken after 2–3 weeks if reinfection is suspected.

For other worm infections: Follow the dosing schedule on the product leaflet or as directed by your pharmacist or doctor.

Not suitable for children under 2 years. Not recommended in pregnancy, particularly in the first trimester. Always read the patient information leaflet before use. If in doubt, speak with your pharmacist.

Why Buy from Chemco Pharmacy?

• ✅ Pharmacist reviewed — Chemco Pharmacy team approved
• ✅ Genuine pharmacy medicine — not a marketplace third party
• ✅ Fast nationwide delivery across Ireland
• ✅ Discreet packaging

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Vermox and Mebendazole?

Vermox is a brand name for mebendazole. Both contain the same active ingredient (mebendazole 100mg) and work in exactly the same way. Mebendazole is the generic (INN) name; Vermox is the original branded product. Both are equally effective for treating threadworm and other intestinal worm infections.

Does the whole family need to be treated for threadworm?

Yes — this is essential. Threadworm spreads very easily within households through contact with contaminated surfaces, bedding and clothing. If one person in the household has threadworm, all members aged 2 years and over should be treated with a single dose of mebendazole at the same time, regardless of whether they have symptoms. Strict hygiene measures (handwashing, washing bedding and towels at 60°C) should also be followed for several weeks.

How quickly does Vermox work?

Vermox starts killing the worms quickly but dead worms are passed over a few days. Most people notice the itching (a common symptom of threadworm) resolving within a week of treatment. A second dose after 2–3 weeks is recommended to catch any worms that have hatched from eggs since the first treatment, as mebendazole does not kill eggs.

Is Vermox available in Ireland without a prescription?

Yes. Vermox (mebendazole 100mg) is available as a pharmacy medicine in Ireland and can be purchased from Chemco Pharmacy without a prescription for adults and children aged 2 years and over.

Can I use Vermox if I am pregnant?

Vermox is not recommended during pregnancy, particularly in the first trimester. If you are pregnant and suspect a worm infection, speak with your GP or pharmacist for advice on the safest treatment option.