Shop threadworm (pinworm) treatments online from WithAid. Threadworms are common and contagious, particularly in households, and many people want a straightforward option they can use at home alongside good hygiene to help reduce reinfection. This category features Ovex threadworm treatments in the formats shown on this page, including tablets and an oral suspension (liquid), with pack sizes that may suit treating one person or more than one household member.
WithAid is a UK based and regulated pharmacy, with fast, free delivery on orders over £20 and orders sent by Royal Mail in discreet packaging. Before choosing a product, check the label and patient information leaflet for age suitability, dosage instructions and key warnings. Ovex products on WithAid state they are not suitable for children under 2, and you should not take Ovex if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. For pharmacy medicines, you may be asked a short suitability questionnaire so a pharmacist can confirm it is appropriate.
Shop by Threadworms type
- Tablet treatment (single dose)
- Family pack tablets (multiple people)
- Oral suspension (liquid) treatment
Popular types of threadworm treatments
Most shoppers choose by format and pack size. Tablets can be a convenient option for adults and older children who can swallow them comfortably, while a family pack can be practical when more than one person needs treating at the same time. If you’d prefer a liquid format, an oral suspension may be easier for those who struggle with tablets. Browse the products currently shown in this category: Ovex Single Tablet, Ovex Family Pack 4 Tablets, and Ovex Suspension Family Pack Banana Flavoured 30ml.
How to choose the right option
- How many people need treating: If several household members may need treatment, a family pack may be more suitable than a single pack.
- Age suitability: Check the minimum age on the product information and follow the dosing instructions for each person.
- Format preference: Tablets can be convenient for many adults; an oral suspension may be easier if swallowing tablets is difficult.
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding: Do not self-select treatment—ask a pharmacist or GP for advice first.
- Reducing reinfection: Combine treatment with hygiene steps such as regular handwashing, keeping nails short, and washing bedding, towels and sleepwear as recommended.
FAQs
What are threadworms (pinworms)?
Threadworms (pinworms) are tiny parasites that live in the gut. They are common and can spread easily through close contact, particularly in households and schools.
What symptoms do people commonly associate with threadworms?
People often notice itching around the bottom (frequently worse at night) and disturbed sleep. Symptoms can have other causes, so if you’re unsure, ask a pharmacist or GP for advice.
Do I need to treat everyone in the household?
Threadworms can spread easily, so many households treat more than one person at the same time and follow hygiene steps to help reduce reinfection. Always follow product guidance for each person.
Which is better: tablets or oral suspension?
Neither format is “best” for everyone. Tablets may suit adults and older children who can swallow them, while an oral suspension can be helpful if tablets are difficult to take. Use the label guidance to choose a suitable option.
Can children use these treatments?
Check the minimum age on the label and follow the dosing instructions carefully. The Ovex products listed on WithAid state they are not suitable for children under 2.
When should I seek medical advice?
Speak to a pharmacist or GP if symptoms persist or recur, or if the person needing treatment is pregnant, breastfeeding, very young, or has a weakened immune system. Seek urgent care for severe abdominal pain, fever, blood in stools, or significant unexplained weight loss.
Safety note: Always read the label and patient information leaflet before use and follow dosage instructions. This content is general guidance and does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you are unsure what to choose or symptoms worsen or don’t improve, speak to a pharmacist, NHS 111, or your GP.
