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Drugs for Treatment of Ascariasis

Are you searching for medications to treat 'Ascariasis'? Welcome to this page which serves as an archive for medications that are relevant to the treatment of Ascariasis. The page includes both the generic and brand names and can serve as an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals and individuals who wish to get an insight on different medication options.

Click on a medication below to view details including brand names, prices, dosages, side effects, and administration guidelines.

A FAQ section has been added for each medication, addressing popular customer inquiries that provides a deeper insight into its use for Ascariasis management.

We recommend consulting your doctor to verify the information presented on this page or for any additional clarifications.

Ascariasis

Ascariasis is a parasitic infection caused by roundworm or Ascaris lumbricoides. It causes intestinal symptoms and lung problems.

Brand Names and Generic Names of Drugs for Treatment of Ascariasis

Albendazole

Albendazole is an antihelminthic drug prescribed for treating a variety of parasitic worm infestations such as ascariasis, filariasis or roundworm disease, giardiasis, trichuriasis, pinworm disease, neurocysticercosis, and hydatid disease.

Trade Names :
Wormex | Wormazan | Albendex | Wormis -L (10ml) | Ecsital | Midazole | Winworm L | Wormis -L | Albeda (10ml) | AZ Plus
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Ivermectin

Ivermectin is an anthelminthic drug used to treat certain parasitic infections like Strongyloidiasis and Onchocerciasis.

Trade Names :
Agimect | Agimect (12 mg) | Ascapil | Averm Plus (12mg) | Biover | Ectin | Ectover | Elect DT (12mg) | Elect DT (6mg) | Evertin -6
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Mebendazole

Mebendazole is an antihelmintic agent, prescribed for worm infections.

Trade Names :
Sandin | Nuzole | Vermil | Mebendocin | H. R. T. 100 | Mebendex | Mebendazole | Wormnil | Zalzol | Zalzol
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