Ovex Suspension Family Pack – Banana – 30ml

Description

Ovex Suspension Family Pack – Banana – 30ml

Ovex Suspension is a banana-flavoured oral suspension used to treat threadworm (pinworm) infections in the whole family. It contains mebendazole, which kills threadworms by preventing them from absorbing sugars they need to survive. This family-sized 30ml bottle contains enough for multiple doses.

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How It Works

Mebendazole works by interfering with the threadworm’s ability to absorb glucose (sugar), which is essential for its survival. Without glucose, the worms cannot produce energy, and they die within a few days. The dead worms are then passed naturally from the body. Mebendazole is effective against threadworms (Enterobius vermicularis) and several other common worm infections.

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Directions for Use

Shake the bottle well before use. Adults and children aged 2 years and over: take 5ml (one 5ml spoonful) as a single dose. If reinfection occurs, a second dose may be taken after 2 to 4 weeks. It is recommended to treat all family members at the same time, even if they have no symptoms, as threadworms spread very easily. The suspension can be taken with or without food. If you are unsure, speak to your PillSorted pharmacist.

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Active Ingredients

• Mebendazole 100mg per 5ml

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Possible Side Effects

• Stomach pain or cramps (uncommon)
• Diarrhoea (uncommon)
• Flatulence (uncommon)
• Skin rash, including rare cases of severe skin reactions (very rare)
• Dizziness (rare)

If you experience any serious side effects, stop taking this medicine and seek medical advice immediately.

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Who Should Not Take This Medicine

• Children under 2 years of age
• People with a known allergy to mebendazole or any other ingredient in the suspension
• Pregnant women (see below)

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Interactions

Mebendazole may interact with cimetidine (used for stomach acid) and metronidazole (an antibiotic), which may increase mebendazole levels in the blood. Tell your PillSorted pharmacist or doctor about all medicines you are currently taking.

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Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Do not take Ovex Suspension if you are pregnant. Mebendazole may harm an unborn baby, particularly in the first trimester. It is not known whether mebendazole passes into breast milk. If you are breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or PillSorted pharmacist before use.

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Alcohol

There are no known interactions between mebendazole and alcohol. However, if you feel unwell, it is sensible to avoid alcohol.

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Storage

Store below 25°C. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Keep out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date shown on the packaging.

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Important Information

• This product is a medicine. Speak to your doctor or PillSorted pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical condition or are taking any other medication or complementary therapy.
• If symptoms worsen or persist, contact your doctor.
• If pregnant, trying to conceive or breastfeeding, seek medical advice before use.
• If you suffer from allergies, confirm suitability with your PillSorted pharmacist before use.
• Store out of sight and reach of children.
• Read the enclosed patient information leaflet carefully before use.
• Contact your GP where appropriate.

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Patient Information Leaflet

For the full Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) for this product, visit the electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). For further information about threadworms, visit NHS.uk.

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This content has been medically reviewed and approved by Zeinab Ardeshir (GPhC 2075730), Superintendent Pharmacist at PillSorted (GPhC-registered online pharmacy 9011258). Last reviewed: March 2026.