Antihelminthic Drugs Flashcards

1
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DOC for cestodes (flatworms) (Taenia, Diphyllobothrium)

A

All - Praziquantel except for

Echinococus granulosos - Albendazole

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DOC for trematodes (Flukes) (Schistosoma, Paragonimus, Clonorchis, Opistorchis)

A

Praziquantel

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DOC for Ascaris, Ancyclostoma, Necator, Capillaria

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Albedazole -inhibits microtubule assembly

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4
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DOC for Trichuris

A

Mebendazole - selectively inhibits microtubule synthesis & glucose uptake in nematodes. Ovicidal

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5
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DOC for Enterobius vermicularis

A

Pyrantel pamoate

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6
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DOC for Strongyloides

A

Ivermectin -intensifies GABA mediated neurotransmission in nematodes
Causes Mazzotti reaction

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7
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DOC for Wochereria & Brugia

A

Diethylcarbamazine

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8
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DOC for Trichinella

A

Thiobendazole

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