Pinworm infections can be uncomfortable for children, especially during the first few days of treatment. This guide explains what to expect as the medicine takes effect and offers simple steps you can take at home to help support comfort and reduce the chance of reinfection.
Itching is a very common side effect of pinworm infection, and typically continues for a few days after Reese’s Pinworm Medicine has been administered. During this time, it is important to remind your children to practice good hand hygiene – washing their hands before meals, after using the bathroom, and any time they itch their behind.
The best way to prevent reinfection is to avoid itching and scratching while the medicine takes effect.
According to The Children’s Hospital of Colorado, 1% hydrocortisone cream can be used to reduce pinworm itching while medicine is taking effect.
Reese’s Pinworm Medicine takes approximately 72 hours to fully rid the system of pinworms. Remind your entire family to wash their hands frequently during this time and follow our guide to getting rid of pinworms in your home.
Reinfection is common with pinworms. Keeping hands clean, discouraging scratching, and following home-cleaning steps can help prevent the infection from spreading again.
Click here to learn about the areas of your home you should pay attention to while cleaning your home post-pinworm infection.
An over-the-counter pinworm medicine, Reese’s Pinworm Medicine is a safe and effective treatment option that costs up to 95% less than prescription pinworm medicines.
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