Uprizone
Uprizone is an anthelmintic medication containing Piperazine. It is primarily used to treat worm infections such as roundworms and pinworms by paralyzing the parasites, allowing them to be passed out of the body naturally in the stool.
Dosage by Body Weight
Usually administered as a single dose for roundworms, or daily for 7 days for pinworms. Shake well before use. Best taken on an empty stomach followed by water. Dosage is based on body weight and age. Consult a pediatrician before administering to infants.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants under 3 months or below 5 kg have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 2.5 ml (250 mg)
- Frequency
- Single dose for roundworms, or once daily for 7 days for threadworms
- Tracking Notes
- Use under strict medical supervision.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 5 ml (500 mg)
- Frequency
- Single dose for roundworms, or once daily for 7 days for threadworms
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure the child maintains good hydration.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 10 ml (1 g)
- Frequency
- Single dose for roundworms, or once daily for 7 days for threadworms
- Tracking Notes
- For pinworms, a second course is recommended after 2 weeks to prevent reinfection.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 15 ml (1.5 g)
- Frequency
- Single dose for roundworms, or once daily for 7 days for threadworms
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure all family members are treated simultaneously if threadworms are present.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Safety and efficacy in infants under 3 months or below 5 kg have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | 2.5 ml (250 mg) | Single dose for roundworms, or once daily for 7 days for threadworms | Use under strict medical supervision. |
| 8-10 kg | 5 ml (500 mg) | Single dose for roundworms, or once daily for 7 days for threadworms | Ensure the child maintains good hydration. |
| 11-15 kg | 10 ml (1 g) | Single dose for roundworms, or once daily for 7 days for threadworms | For pinworms, a second course is recommended after 2 weeks to prevent reinfection. |
| 16-20 kg | 15 ml (1.5 g) | Single dose for roundworms, or once daily for 7 days for threadworms | Ensure all family members are treated simultaneously if threadworms are present. |
Formulation
SyrupElixir
Purpose
Treatment of roundworm (Ascaris lumbricoides) and pinworm/threadworm (Enterobius vermicularis) infestations
Generic Name
Piperazine CitrateScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.