fewer options for treating pinworms now that mebendazole (Vermox) is discontinued
March 2012
You'll have fewer options for treating pinworms now that mebendazole (Vermox) is discontinued.
The brand was discontinued years ago and now the generic is going too...but NOT because of safety concerns. There's a limited market for the drug...so it's not a big money maker.
You can continue to dispense mebendazole until supplies run out.
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