For single dose or short term courses indicated in the treatment of single or mixed infestations of intestinal and tissue parasites, in adults and children over 2 years of age. Clinical studies have shown Zentel to be effective in the treatment of infections caused by: Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm/threadworm), Ascaris lumbricoides (roundworm), Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator americanus (hookworms), Trichuris trichiura (whipworm), Strongyloides stercoralis, animal hookworm lavae causing cutaneous lava migrans, and the liver flukes Opisthorchis viverrini and Clonorchis sinensis. Zentel is also indicated for the treatment of Hymenolepis nana and Taenia spp. (tapeworm) infections, when other susceptible helminths species are present. Treatment courses should be extended to 3 days. (see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS)
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral.
This medicine is taken by mouth.
Store below 30 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 5 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
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Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Single dose or short term courses of Zentel are indicated in the treatment of single or mixed infestations of intestinal and tissue parasites, in adults and children over 2 years of age. Clinical studies have shown Zentel to be effective in the treatment of infections caused by: Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm/threadworm), Ascaris lumbricoides (roundworm), Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator americanus (hookworms), Trichuris trichiura (whipworm), Strongyloides stercoralis, animal hookworm lavae causing cutaneous lava migrans, and the liver flukes Opisthorchis viverrini and Clonorchis sinensis. Zentel is also indicated for the treatment of Hymenolepis nana and Taenia spp. (tapeworm) infections, when other susceptible helminths species are present. Treatment courses should be extended to 3 days. (see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS)
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral.
This medicine is taken by mouth.
Store below 30 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
A white to off-white, round, bevel edged, biconvex, film coated tablet, debossed Z on one face and plain on the other.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Single dose or short term courses of Zentel are indicated in the treatment of single or mixed infestations of intestinal and tissue parasites, in adults and children over 2 years of age. Clinical studies have shown Zentel to be effective in the treatment of infections caused by: Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm/threadworm), Ascaris lumbricoides (roundworm), Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator americanus (hookworms), Trichuris trichiura (whipworm), Strongyloides stercoralis, animal hookworm lavae causing cutaneous lava migrans, and the liver flukes Opisthorchis viverrini and Clonorchis sinensis. Zentel is also indicated for the treatment of Hymenolepis nana and Taenia spp. (tapeworm) infections, when other susceptible helminths species are present. Treatment courses should be extended to 3 days. (see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS)
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral.
This medicine is taken by mouth.
Store below 30 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
A white to off-white, round, bevel edged, biconvex, film coated tablet, debossed Z on one face and plain on the other.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Single dose or short term courses of Zentel are indicated in the treatment of single or mixed infestations of intestinal and tissue parasites, in adults and children over 2 years of age. Clinical studies have shown Zentel to be effective in the treatment of infections caused by: Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm/threadworm), Ascaris lumbricoides (roundworm), Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator americanus (hookworms), Trichuris trichiura (whipworm), Strongyloides stercoralis, animal hookworm lavae causing cutaneous lava migrans, and the liver flukes Opisthorchis viverrini and Clonorchis sinensis. Zentel is also indicated for the treatment of Hymenolepis nana and Taenia spp. (tapeworm) infections, when other susceptible helminths species are present. Treatment courses should be extended to 3 days. (see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS)
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral.
This medicine is taken by mouth.
Store below 30 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
A white to off-white, round, bevel edged, biconvex, film coated tablet, debossed Z on one face and plain on the other.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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