What is Emverm: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Emverm overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Emverm, Vermox

Generic Names:

  • Emverm

Uses:

  • Treats infections caused by worms.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Anthelmintic

Forms:

  • Chewable Tablet, Liquid

How it’s taken:

  • By mouth

What is Emverm used for?

Emverm comes in the form of a chewable tablet and is used to treat adults and children 2 years and older with intestinal worm infections caused by whipworm, pinworm, roundworm, or hookworm. It works by preventing the worms from absorbing sugars which they need to survive. Common side effects may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite and diarrhea.

What form(s) does Emverm come in

  • Chewable Tablet

  • Liquid

What are common Emverm doses?

  • Blister 1 Tablets Chewable

Common Emverm prescriptions

  • Emverm
    1 tablets chewable blister

How to take Emverm

  • Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Take all of the medicine in your prescription to clear up your infection, even if you feel better after the first few doses.

  • Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

  • Oral liquid: Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.

  • Vermox„¢ Chewable tablet: You may take this medicine with or without food.Chew it completely before swallowing. Do not swallow the tablet whole.If you have trouble chewing the tablet, place it in a spoon and add 2 mL to 3 mL of drinking water by using a dosing syringe.The tablet will absorb the water within 2 minutes and turns into a soft mass with semi-solid consistency, which you can swallow it.

  • Emverm„¢ chewable tablet: You may chew the tablet, swallow it whole, or crush it and mix it with food.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Vermox„¢ Chewable tablet: Keep the bottle tightly closed. Throw away any unused tablets 1 month after the bottle is first opened.

  • Oral liquid: Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.

  • Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Vermox„¢ Chewable tablet: Keep the bottle tightly closed. Throw away any unused tablets 1 month after the bottle is first opened.

  • Vermox„¢ Chewable tablet: You may take this medicine with or without food.Chew it completely before swallowing. Do not swallow the tablet whole.If you have trouble chewing the tablet, place it in a spoon and add 2 mL to 3 mL of drinking water by using a dosing syringe.The tablet will absorb the water within 2 minutes and turns into a soft mass with semi-solid consistency, which you can swallow it.

  • Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

  • Emverm„¢ chewable tablet: You may chew the tablet, swallow it whole, or crush it and mix it with food.

  • Take all of the medicine in your prescription to clear up your infection, even if you feel better after the first few doses.

What to do if you miss a dose of Emverm

Emverm contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to mebendazole.

Emverm warnings

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.

  • To help prevent the infection from coming back:Wash your hands often, especially before you eat and after you use the toilet. Make sure to wash under your fingernails.Wash all fruits and vegetables thoroughly or cook them well.For several days after your treatment ends, use a vacuum or damp mop to clean the bedroom floor. Avoid sweeping with a dry broom because it may stir up dust.Wash all bedding and any clothes you wear while sleeping. Do not shake these items.Make sure your underwear fits closely and wear it both day and night. Wear a clean pair each day. Be sure to wear shoes.During treatment, clean the toilet seats after each use.

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease.

  • Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Emverm interactions

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

  • Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • To help prevent the infection from coming back:Wash your hands often, especially before you eat and after you use the toilet. Make sure to wash under your fingernails.Wash all fruits and vegetables thoroughly or cook them well.For several days after your treatment ends, use a vacuum or damp mop to clean the bedroom floor. Avoid sweeping with a dry broom because it may stir up dust.Wash all bedding and any clothes you wear while sleeping. Do not shake these items.Make sure your underwear fits closely and wear it both day and night. Wear a clean pair each day. Be sure to wear shoes.During treatment, clean the toilet seats after each use.

  • Some medicines can affect how mebendazole works. Tell your doctor if you are using cimetidine or metronidazole.

Emverm side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes

  • Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, body aches

  • Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness

  • Seizures (in children younger than 1 year old)

  • Blistering, peeling, red skin rash

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Diarrhea, stomach pain

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