Ovex Suspension

Get rid of infections caused by various worms through Ovex. Learn its basic information including its active ingredients, the proper way of use, the precautions and side effects as well as where it can be obtained through the article below.

What is Ovex? 

Ovex is an anthelmintic or anti-worm medication.  It works by preventing the newly hatched insect larvae to grow and multiply in your body. Ovex treats infections caused by various worms such as pinworm, whipworm, hookworm, and roundworm. This medicine can also treat infections caused by one or multiple worms at the same time.

Ovex is a brand name of the generic medicine Mebendazole. It is available in tablet form and suspension. Every 5 ml of Ovex suspension contains 100 mg of the active ingredient Mebendazole. 

Ovex is prescribed for the treatment of the following types of worm infections in the stomach:

  • Roundworm infections or ascariasis
  • Threadworm infections or enterobiasis
  • Whipworm infections or trichuriasis
  • Hookworm infections

Ovex is used as a treatment for these infections both in adults and in children over two years of age. 

How does Ovex work? 

Mebendazole is the anthelmintic medicine that is found in Ovex. It starves the worms by preventing them from absorbing sugars that they need to survive. Because of this, the energy stores of the worms get depleted, leading to their eventual death within a few days. The dead worms will then be excreted from the stomach through the stools.

This medication can eradicate the adult worms excluding their eggs. There should be a practice of good hygiene after Ovex treatment, to avoid the new eggs from getting into the body, which will cause a new infection.

The following measures are recommended to avoid swallowing eggs of worms:

  • Wash your hands thoroughly and scrub under the nails after going to the toilet, as well as before preparing or eating food.
  • Wear underwear or pyjamas in bed.
  • Keep fingernails short and clean and avoid biting your nails or sucking your fingers.
  • Bath or shower in the morning to wash any eggs that were laid in the anus area overnight.

What are the benefits of taking Ovex? 

Ovex is an effective treatment in controlling infections caused by worms. It effectively deprives the worms of their food, leading to their eventual death. With Ovex, you will get rid of any worms and the infection caused by them in your body.

It is important to note that the use of Ovex should be accompanied by practising good hygiene because it can only kill adult worms but not their eggs. Practising good personal cleanliness will prevent the swallowing of worm eggs, which will eventually grow within the body and cause an infection.

How do I use Ovex Suspension? 

Ovex suspension may be taken with food or without food. It should be shaken well before taking a dose.

For the treatment of threadworm, Ovex treatment is recommended not only on the person who has the infection but also the whole family because threadworms easily spread. The whole family should be treated with this medicine at the same time even if they do not have symptoms.

If symptoms persist or improvement is not seen within a few days of taking the medicine, you should seek advice from your doctor.

People who have an allergy or intolerance to any of the ingredients of Ovex should not take this medication. Check the ingredients listed in the patient information leaflet first, to find out if you may be allergic.

What is the correct Ovex dosage? 

For the treatment of pinworm infections, Ovex is usually given as a single dose. If needed, a second treatment may be given in a few weeks. For other types of common worm infections, Ovex should be taken by mouth for 3 days, usually twice a day in the morning and evening, or as directed by your doctor. If necessary, a second treatment may be given in a few weeks.

For other types of worm infection, take the medication as directed by your doctor. In some cases, your doctor may order you to take Ovex more than twice a day and for longer than 3 days.

Take Ovex as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any dose. Continue taking the medication until the full course of treatment is completed. Stopping the medication too early may result in the return of the infection.

How do I buy Ovex online? 

Ovex Suspension can be purchased online at True Medical, without the need for a prescription or consultation with a medical professional. However, it is highly recommended that you read the patient leaflet enclosed and strictly follow the directions stated.