d worm tablet

4.7 (19 reviews)

Mebendazole (NA)

🏭 Trans Pharmaceuticals 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 23, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 23, 2026

What is d worm tablet used for?

D Worm Tablet (Mebendazole) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Mebendazole (NA), which Binds to tubulin, inhibiting microtubule polymerization, leading to impaired glu. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

Generic Name: Mebendazole
Manufacturer: Trans Pharmaceuticals
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: C
Prescription Required: Yes

💡 Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

💊 d worm tablet Uses & Benefits

Treatment of enterobiasis (pinworm), ascariasis, trichuriasis, hookworm infections, and other nematode infections.

Off-label uses: Capillariasis, Echinococcosis (hydatid disease)

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Mebendazole
Brand Name	D Worm Tablet
Manufacturer	Trans Pharmaceuticals
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class	Antiprotozoal agents
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Store at room temperature (20-25°C) in a dry place
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionPoorly absorbed orally; <10% absorbed

DistributionWidely distributed; high concentrations in liver and bile

Protein Binding95%

MetabolismExtensively metabolized in the liver

Half-Life3-6 hours

ExcretionPrimarily in feces (90%) and urine (5-10%)

Bioavailability<10%

Onset of Action1-2 hours

Peak Plasma Time2-4 hours

Duration of Action24 hours

How It Works

Binds to tubulin, inhibiting microtubule polymerization, leading to impaired glucose uptake and depletion of glycogen stores in susceptible helminths.

Mechanism Steps

1Mebendazole binds to beta-tubulin in helminth cells

2Inhibits microtubule polymerization

3Disrupts glucose uptake and glycogen storage

💡 How to Take d worm tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of d worm tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Toxic epidermal necrolysis
Agranulocytosis
Hepatitis

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Alopecia
Neutropenia
Glomerulonephritis

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Cimetidine	Major	Increased mebendazole levels
Metronidazole	Major	Risk of Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Carbamazepine	Moderate	Decreased mebendazole efficacy
Phenytoin	Moderate	Decreased mebendazole efficacy
Theophylline	Minor	Possible increased theophylline levels

🚨 Major Interactions

Cimetidine
Metronidazole

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Carbamazepine
Phenytoin

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Theophylline

🍽️ Food Interactions

High-fat meals may increase absorption

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

No significant interaction

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to mebendazole; pregnancy (first trimester)

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Stool examination for ova and parasites; liver function tests in prolonged therapy

🤱 Lactation Safety

Limited data; use with caution

💊 Overdose Management

Induce vomiting or gastric lavage; supportive care

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 23, 2026

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

⭐ User Reviews

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.