Read package insert carefully before taking this medication. Take only according to directions and do not exceed the recommended dosage unless directed by a doctor. Medication should only be taken one time as a single dose; do not repeat treatment unless directed by a doctor. When one individual in a household has pinworms, the entire household should be treated unless otherwise advised. See WARNINGS. If any worms other than pinworms are present before or after treatment, consult a doctor. If any symptoms or pinworms are still present after treatment, consult a doctor. This product can be taken any time of day, with or without meals. It may be taken alone or with milk or fruit juice. Use of a laxative is not necessary prior to, during, or after medication.
Adults and children 2 years to under 12 years of age: oral dosage is a single dose of 5 milligrams of pyrantel base per pound, or 11 milligrams per kilogram, of body weight not to exceed 1 gram. Dosage information is summarized on the following schedule:
Weight
Dosage (taken as a single dose)
Less than 25 pounds (11 kg) or under 2 years old
Do not use unless directed by a doctor
25 to 37 pounds (11 to 16 kg)
1/2 tablet
38 to 62 pounds (17 to 28 kg)
1 tablet
63 to 87 pounds (29 to 39 kg)
1 1/2 tablets
88 to 112 pounds ( 40 to 50 kg)
2 tablets
113 to 137 pounds (51 to 62 kg)
2 1/2 tablets
138 to 162 pounds (63 to 73 kg)
3 tablets
163 to 187 pounds (74 to 84 kg)
3 1/2 tablets
over 187 pounds (over 84 kg)
4 tablets