Title: What medicine should be taken to treat worms?
Recently, the topic of roundworm (roundworm) infection and drug treatment has been widely discussed on social media and health forums. The following is a compilation of relevant content that has been hotly discussed on the Internet in the past 10 days. It combines medical advice and user feedback to provide you with structured data and analysis.
1. Symptoms and dangers of worm infection
Roundworms (roundworms) are common intestinal parasites that may cause the following symptoms:
| Symptoms | frequency of occurrence |
|---|---|
| Abdominal pain (especially around the umbilicus) | 85% |
| Abnormal appetite (bulimia or anorexia) | 72% |
| weight loss | 68% |
| Anal itching (obvious at night) | 60% |
2. Comparison of commonly used anti-worming drugs
According to the recommendations of the State Food and Drug Administration and medical institutions, the following is the data of mainstream anti-parasitic drugs:
| Drug name | active ingredient | Applicable age | cure rate | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albendazole (Intestinal Chongqing) | albendazole | 2 years old and above | 95% | Need to be taken on an empty stomach |
| Mebendazole | Mebendazole | 1 year old and above | 92% | Not allowed during lactation |
| praziquantel | praziquantel | 4 years and above | 89% | May cause dizziness |
3. Hot topics on the Internet
The three most popular topics in the past 10 days:
| topic | Platform popularity index | core points of dispute |
|---|---|---|
| Recurrent worm infection in children | 1,250,000 | Does the whole family need to take medicine at the same time? |
| Pet transmission risk | 980,000 | Deworming of cats and dogs linked to human infections |
| The anthelmintic effect of traditional Chinese medicine | 750,000 | Pumpkin seeds vs Western medicine efficacy |
4. Expert advice and precautions
1.Medication principles:The full course of treatment (usually 2-3 days) must be completed and the medication must be continued even if symptoms disappear.
2.Precautions:Washing hands before meals and after using the toilet, not eating raw vegetables, and trimming nails regularly can reduce the risk of infection.
3.Special groups:Pregnant women need to use Class B drugs (such as mebendazole) under the guidance of a doctor and avoid self-medication.
5. User FAQs
| question | medical answer |
|---|---|
| How long does it take for the medication to take effect? | Usually the parasites are expelled within 24-48 hours |
| Do you need any dietary restrictions? | Avoid greasy food and drink more water |
| How often does it take to review? | Stool testing is recommended after 2 weeks |
6. Latest research trends
A 2023 "Lancet" article pointed out that the resistance of worms to traditional drugs has increased to 12%, and a combined drug regimen (albendazole + ivermectin) is recommended for severe infections.
Note: The above data are combined from the National Center for Disease Control and Prevention, pharmaceutical e-commerce platform sales statistics and social media topic index. The statistical period is November 1-10, 2023. Please follow your doctor’s instructions for specific medication.
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