Anthelminthics

Anthelminthics are used to treat parasitic infections. They work by preventing the parasite from absorbing any nutrients which will weaken it and kill it.

Why are anthelminthics prescribed?

Parasitic Infection (100%)

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Key takeaways

Anthelminthics are used to treat parasitic worm infections, such as tapeworm and fluke infections. These medications work in different ways to kill worms. Anthelminthics come as oral tablets. Examples include albendazole (Albenza), praziquantel (Biltricide), and moxidectin.

Prices for popular Anthelminthics medications

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Albenza (albendazole)

as low as$32

ALBENDAZOLE treats infections caused by parasites, such as tapeworms. It works by killing the parasite. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by bacteria or viruses.

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Egaten

as low as$3

TRICLABENDAZOLE treats infections caused by parasites, such as flatworms. It works by killing the parasite. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by bacteria or viruses.

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Biltricide (praziquantel)

as low as$174

PRAZIQUANTEL treats infections caused by parasites, such as flatworms. It works by killing the parasite. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by bacteria or viruses.

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Moxidectin

Moxidectin is only available as a brand name drug.

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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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