Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Treatment For Hookworm Infection
hi doc,i was diagnosed with hookworm infection and was given mebendazole tablets but they don't seem to work.After some time,white particles which are not food particles ..which i guess are the eggs of the same came through my mouth and they do after a certain period.I have not yet experienced any change,I occasionally have headaches,itching on my legs,loss of appetite...i don't know what else i can do...advice me doc.
Mon, 11 Jan 2016
I THINK YOU should take albendazol 400 mg for 2-3 days or PYRANTEL PAMOATE 11mg* YOUR BODY WEIGHT IN KGmg daily once a day for 3 days and i would recommend you to maintain proper hand hygiene and food hygeine
i would prefer albendazole for you
i would prefer albendazole for you
I find this answer helpful
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Hookworm
Loading Online Doctors....