Threadworms are tiny, thread-like worms that can live in the gut and are a very common, easily treated infection, particularly in children. The main symptom is itching around the bottom, especially at night. At GetMyMeds we offer treatment to help clear threadworms for the whole household.
How It Works
Threadworm treatment is available as a pharmacy product, which means our pharmacy team will make sure it's suitable before it's supplied. Add it to your basket and answer a few brief questions if asked. Our pharmacist is always happy to advise, particularly when treating young children or if anyone is pregnant or breastfeeding.
Who Is It For
Threadworm treatment is suitable for most people, including children over a certain age, and because the infection spreads easily, it's usually recommended that all household members are treated at the same time, even if they have no symptoms. Alongside treatment, careful hygiene measures, such as thorough handwashing, keeping nails short and washing bedding, help stop reinfection. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, and very young children, should check with our pharmacist first.
FAQ
Does the whole family need to be treated? Usually yes. Threadworms spread easily within households, so treating everyone at the same time helps prevent the infection passing between family members.
How do I stop threadworms coming back? Good hygiene is key — regular handwashing, keeping fingernails short, and washing bedding and nightwear can all help reduce the chance of reinfection.
Can children be treated? Many treatments are suitable for children over a certain age. Check the product information or ask our pharmacist, especially for very young children.