Parasitology: Antihelmintics and Antiprotozoals

Question 1

T/F: there is a development in veterinary parasiticides (both prescription and non prescription) for convenience of use. They are easy to apply and are broad-spectrum

Answer 1

true

Question 2

How do most anthelmintics act on helminths

Answer 2

They act on the neuromuscular receptors, like GABA, Ach, and Glutamate

Question 3

T/F: anthelmintics are regulated by the FDA.

Answer 3

False; they are regulated by the EPA