Praziquantel Tablets
The product is formulated to support the clearing of parasitic infections in the digestive system.
Strengths: 600mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Biltricide
- Therapeutic class
Anthelmintic
- Pharmacological class
Pyrazinoisoquinoline derivative
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to praziquantel
- Precautions and warnings
take with food; do not chew the tablets; avoid driving during treatment
- Minor side effects
abdominal pain; nausea; headache
- Moderate side effects
dizziness; fever; urticaria
- Serious side effects
convulsions — requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Bayer
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
single dose
- Storage instructions
Store in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
rifampicin
- Age restrictions
Use with caution in children.
Patient summary
The product is formulated to support the clearing of parasitic infections in the digestive system.
Mechanism of action
Praziquantel increases the permeability of the parasite cell membrane to calcium ions, causing muscle paralysis and death of the parasite, allowing the immune system to remove it.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if clearly indicated. Breastfeeding: Avoid for 72 hours post-dose.
Praziquantel Tablets
The product is formulated to support the clearing of parasitic infections in the digestive system.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Praziquantel
- Listed indication(s): Schistosomiasis, Liver Flukes
Available option
- 40 tablets - 600 mg1152-600-mg-13627