Skip to main content

Pinworm Infection (Enterobius vermicularis) - how long does albenza take to work?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on April 7, 2025.

Official Answer by Drugs.com

Because the intestines, where the worms live, are quite long it may take up to 3 days before you start to feel relief after taking Albenza.

Pinworm infection is caused by Enterobius vermicularis, a tiny white worm that lives in the intestines. The females lay eggs around the outside of the rectum and an itchy anus or genitals is the main sign of infection.

Treatment of pinworm with Albenza is usually 2 tablets (400mg) as a single dose and repeated in 2 weeks.

You may find more useful information here. https://www.drugs.com/dosage/albenza.html https://www.drugs.com/cg/pinworm-infection.html

Read next

Should you take probiotics with antibiotics?

There is controversy about whether you should routinely take probiotics with antibiotics and the question cannot be answered with a straight yes or no. Evidence for taking probiotics with antibiotics includes a Cochrane review which reported that children who were given a course of probiotics after antibiotics had less diarrhea. Evidence against taking probiotics with antibiotics includes a 2019 Italian study that reported that the gut microbiome of people given probiotics after antibiotics took six months to return to its normal state compared to only three weeks for those not given any probiotics. More studies are needed before a definite statement can be made. Continue reading

How to Treat Vaginal Yeast Infections: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

Vaginal yeast infections affect millions of women, with three out of four women experiencing at least one yeast infection during their lifetime. These common fungal infections occur when Candida albicans, a naturally occurring yeast in the female reproductive system, overgrows and disrupts the vaginal microbiome balance. Most yeast infections can be effectively treated with over-the-counter antifungal medications or prescription treatments.

Continue reading

Can you drink alcohol with amoxicillin?

Yes, you can drink alcohol while taking the antibiotic amoxicillin. The alcohol will not stop amoxicillin from working. However, many health professionals will recommend you avoid alcohol to give your body the best chance possible to fight the infection. Moderation is key. Continue reading

See also:

Related medical questions

Drug information

Related support groups