Threadworms (Pinworms)

Treatment of Enterobius vermicularis.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
Infectious DiseasesGeneral Practice

Clinical Guidelines

BNF Treatment Summary: Helminth infections
National
CKS: Threadworm
National
NICE CKS: Management of Threadworm
National
NICE CKS: Threadworm
National
NHS England Policy guidance: conditions for which over the counter items should not be routinely prescribed in primary care
Local