Piperazines Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most commonly used over the counter dewormer?
A
piperazines
2
Q
Examples of Piperazines (3)
A
- piperazine dihydrochloride (pippa-tabs)
- piperazine citrate (Sergeant’s Worm Away)
- diethylcarbamazine citrate (Nemacide, Filaribits)
3
Q
How do Piperazines control parasites?
A
paralyzes the worm’s CNS
4
Q
How are parasites removed from the body with Piperazines?
A
whole worms will come out of the body in feces and will be alive but paralyzed
5
Q
What are Piperazines effective against in dogs and cats?
A
ascarids