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How Effective Are Pin X And Reese S For Hook Worm Infection?
Hi I was told by the Pharmacist at Walgreens that both Reese s and Pin X had the same Active ingredient and wanted to use it to give my son for hook worm. They don t carry the Pin X which says you can use it for the hook worm however they do carry the Reese s.
HI Well come to HCM I really appreciate your concern, if this is the worm infestation and it needs to be treated then the best agent is broad spectrum like agent that works on almost all the worms and best is Albendazole orally it can be given according to weight and age,, it is highly advisable to confirmed the diagnosis hope this information helps.
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How Effective Are Pin X And Reese S For Hook Worm Infection?
HI Well come to HCM I really appreciate your concern, if this is the worm infestation and it needs to be treated then the best agent is broad spectrum like agent that works on almost all the worms and best is Albendazole orally it can be given according to weight and age,, it is highly advisable to confirmed the diagnosis hope this information helps.