About Tropical Consumer Health
We're a small team of parents and healthcare professionals who believed families deserved a cleaner, more transparent option for treating pinworms. So we built one.
Why We Started
Pinworm infects an estimated 40 million Americans every year — mostly school-age children. Yet when we looked at what was available on pharmacy shelves, we found outdated formulations with artificial dyes and no clear story about where or how they were made.
Tropical Consumer Health was founded to fix that. We built our treatment from scratch — USA-made, no artificial dyes, clean ingredients — because that's what we'd want for our own kids.
Our formula uses pyrantel pamoate, the trusted active ingredient pediatricians have recommended for over 50 years. Same efficacy — cleaner package.
What We Stand For
Clean Ingredients
No artificial dyes, no unnecessary additives. Simple and transparent.
Made in America
US manufacturing means higher quality standards and a supply chain you can trust.
Families First
Pinworms are a normal childhood thing. We're here with no judgment and a product that works.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our treatment and pinworms.
What is this pinworm treatment?
Tropical Consumer Health is developing a pyrantel pamoate oral suspension (50 mg/mL) for the treatment of pinworm infections (enterobiasis). It's formulated without artificial dyes and manufactured in the USA. It will be available over the counter — no prescription needed.
When will the treatment be available?
We're in the final stages of production and launching soon. Join our notification list on the homepage and we'll email you the moment it's available — along with an exclusive launch discount.
How do I know if my child has pinworms?
The most common sign is intense itching around your child's bottom, especially at night. You may also notice restless sleep, irritability, or rarely, visible tiny white worms. A "tape test" — pressing clear tape near the bottom first thing in the morning and checking under light — can reveal microscopic eggs. Many children with pinworms have no obvious symptoms.
How does pyrantel pamoate work?
Pyrantel pamoate causes paralysis in pinworms, preventing them from holding on inside the intestine. The worms are then naturally eliminated through normal digestion. It acts locally in the intestine and is minimally absorbed by the body.
Why are two doses needed?
The first dose eliminates adult worms, but pyrantel pamoate doesn't affect eggs. A second dose taken 14 days later catches any worms that hatched in the meantime. Both doses together ensure the cycle is fully broken.
Should the whole family be treated?
Yes — we strongly recommend treating all household members at the same time. Pinworms spread easily through shared surfaces and hand-to-mouth contact, and many infected people show no symptoms. Treating everyone together prevents passing it back and forth.
Is the treatment safe for young children?
The formula is designed for children aged 2 years and older. For children under 2 or under 25 lbs, please consult a healthcare provider before use. The oral suspension format makes accurate weight-based dosing straightforward.
Why no artificial dyes?
Many parents prefer to avoid artificial food dyes, especially for young children. We formulated our treatment without FD&C dyes because we believe clean ingredients matter — particularly in a product you're giving to kids.
Where is the treatment manufactured?
Our treatment is manufactured in a cGMP-certified facility in the United States. We chose US manufacturing for quality control, supply chain reliability, and transparency.
What are the possible side effects?
Pyrantel pamoate is well-tolerated. Side effects are uncommon and typically mild — nausea, stomach discomfort, or headache. Serious reactions are rare. Discontinue use and contact a healthcare provider if you notice any concerning reaction.
What if symptoms come back?
Reinfection is the most common cause of recurring symptoms — not treatment failure. After completing both doses, keep up with handwashing, launder bedding in hot water, keep fingernails short, and shower daily. This breaks the egg-to-reinfection cycle.
Still have questions?
Our team is happy to help. We'd love to hear from you.
hello@tropicalconsumerhealth.com