Worm infestations can be difficult to manage with children becoming irritable and cranky.Most doctors recommend a 400mg dose of Albendazole to be taken twice after two weeks.Although this is relatively safe and is not absorbed into the body, most parent prefer to try home remedies which are equally effective in controlling worms.But if the situation persists please get in touch with a good doctor as soon as possible.

  • Taking a cold hip bath or a warm water bath or wiping the anal area with a wet moist cloth brings temporary relief.
  • Feed your child one cup of carrot juice or 1 cup of grated carrot in the morning for an hour before breakfast. Repeat it for 4-5 days.
  • For bigger children, you can use 1 tbsp of raw papaya juice and 1 tbsp of honey to be consumed on an empty stomach early morning. Follow it up with a glass of warm milk with 1/2 tsp of Castor oil in it.