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Pinworm Treatment
With Pin-X®

Pin-X ® is the only FDA approved pinworm
treatment available without a prescription

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What Are Pinworms?

Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm) is the most common intestinal parasite in the U.S.
Pinworms occur most often in school-age children, but are highly contagious, and can
easily spread to the entire family. According to the Center for Disease Control,
pinworms are twice as common as head lice, and some sources estimate as much as
20% of the U.S. population is affected annually.

How To Eliminate Pinworms

The best way to treat pinworms is to use an over-the-counter medication, such as Pin-
X ­®. Formerly available by prescription only, Pin-X ® is now available over-the-counter.
Pin-X ® is a pleasant, caramel flavored liquid medication that usually requires only a
single dose to eliminate pinworms. Because pinworms are so highly contagious, all
family members should be treated. Dosing is according to patient weight, and several
family members can be treated with a single bottle of Pin-X ®.

Why do I have to treat my whole family?

Labeled instructions should be followed exactly. It is estimated that about 20% of the
population may have pinworms at any given time, and while some family members
may not have symptoms, they may be the source for infesting and re-infesting other
family members. The eggs are microscopic and easily airborne, leading to infestation
by inhalation and ingestion. The Merck Manual (and other current medical literature)
uses some very strong language in recommending that the patient's entire household
be treated. Everyone should be taught or reminded of the importance of good hygiene,
specifically thorough hand washing after going to the restroom or playing outdoors
before meals.

Pin-X ® is very well tolerated and safe when used as directed. Pin-X ® works within the
intestinal tract to eliminate pinworms and their eggs. Usually it works within 24-48
hours, and does not readily pass into the bloodstream. Formerly available by
prescription only, Pin-X ® is now available over the counter. So the next time you
suspect a case of pinworms, reach for a bottle of Pin-X ® and eliminate the problem
from top to bottom.

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