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Is It Harmful To Deworm My 19 Month Old Who Plays With His Cat?

Posted on Tue, 25 Mar 2014

Question: I just found out my cat has a tape worm and I have a 19 month old son who often plays with her. While I try to keep his hands clean and away from his face after playing with the cat, I'm not always watching. I haven't noticed any symptoms in my son but should I be deworming him as well? Is it harmful to deworm him at that age?

Answered by Dr. Arun (50 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Not harmful Detailed Answer: Hi Giving albendazole which is a deworming medicine for your kid is very safe. Do not worry . It is better to deworm. I usually prescribe 200 mg albendazole single dose at night for deworming. Wishing your kid good health. Regards Dr Arun

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