Paportnikov male gum extract is a medicinal product that has an anthelmintic effect. It is made from the rhizomes of the male fern. It is a herbal medicine and is used in the treatment of certain diseases, such as taeniasis, difellobotre, heminolepiasis. The drug has contraindications; it cannot be used for hypersensitivity, cardiac decompensation, liver and kidney diseases. Side effects of the drug may include dizziness, headache, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, weakness, and liver degeneration. In case of an overdose of the drug, symptoms such as headache, nausea and diarrhea are possible. Treatment involves taking gastric lavage medications, saline medications, and administering intravenous isotonic sodium chloride. Before using the drug, it is recommended to consult a doctor for advice and clarification of dosage. Self-medication can lead to serious health consequences.