Praziquantel is an antiparasitic drug used to treat a variety of parasitic infections. It is available in generic form and as the brand-name drug Biltricide.
Praziquantel is used to treat infections caused by parasitic worms. It works by killing the worms.
Praziquantel is used to treat infections caused by the following worms:
-Schistosoma species (also known as blood flukes)
-Taenia solium (also known as pork tapeworm)
-Echinococcus granulosus (also known as hydatid worm)
-Diphyllobothrium latum (also known as fish tapeworm)
Praziquantel is also sometimes used to treat cysticercosis (a condition caused by the larval form of the pork tapeworm).
Praziquantel is available in tablet form. It is usually taken three times a day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and take praziquantel exactly as directed.
Your doctor may start you on a low dose of praziquantel and gradually increase your dose.
To take praziquantel, you will need to break the tablet into smaller pieces. To make swallowing easier, you may sprinkle the broken tablet on a spoonful of applesauce. Swallow all of the mixture right away. Do not save it for later use.
Take praziquantel with food.
Praziquantel is usually given for only one day. If you are being treated for schistosomiasis, you may need to take praziquantel for several days. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Your doctor will probably want you to have blood tests and other medical evaluations during your treatment and for several months after you stop taking praziquantel.
How does praziquantel work?
Praziquantel works by causing the worms to let go of the intestinal wall and then be flushed out by the digestive action. Praziquantel has a unique mode of action. It causes a change in the membrane permeability of the parasite, allowing Ca++ ions to enter and disrupt the function of the parasite's skeletal muscle. This leads to paralysis and death of the worm. Praziquantel is effective against all stages of parasites.
Is praziquantel effective against all parasites?
Praziquantel is effective against all parasites. It is a medication that is used to kill parasites in the body. Parasites are small organisms that live off of other organisms for food. They can cause infections and other problems in the body. Praziquantel is used to kill parasites so that they can no longer cause problems in the body.
How long does it take for praziquantel to work?
It takes about two hours for praziquantel to start working. In most cases, it will kill the adult worms within four to six hours. If you have a serious infection, you may need to take more than one dose.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the generic name for praziquantel?
There is not a generic name for praziquantel.
What is the difference between praziquantel&Drontal?
Praziquantel is a pill and Frontal is a tablet.
How much does praziquantel dewormer cost for dogs?
The cost of praziquantel for dogs will depend on the size of your pet, as well as the dosage required. Generally, a single dose of this medication can cost anywhere from $5-$75.
Is praziquantel safe for humans?
Praziquantel is generally safe for humans, although it can occasionally cause stomach upset. Because tapeworms are parasites that can spread diseases to people, praziquantel is always prescribed with caution in patients who are infected with parasitic infections or have weakened immune systems.
What is praziquantel?
Praziquantel is a medication used in the treatment of worm infections. It works by causing severe spasms and paralysis of the worms' muscles. Some kinds of worms are then passed in the stool.
