Deworming (sometimes known as worming, drenching or dehelmintization) is the giving of an anthelmintic drug (a wormer, dewormer, or drench) to a human or animals to rid them of helminths parasites, such as roundworm, flukes and tapeworm. Deworming tablets help manage conditions such as pain, inflammation, or infections. Learn about its correct usage, dosage and potential side effects. Deworming is a medicated process to eliminate parasites or intestinal worms from the body. Learn about the types, effects, and prevention of worm infection, and why deworming is important for children. Deworming is the periodic administration of anthelminthic medicines to populations at risk of soil-transmitted helminth infections, which can impair nutritional status. Learn about WHO recommendations, guidelines, evidence and cost-effectiveness of deworming interventions.
