Pyrantel Pamoate
Uses
Pyrantel Pamoate is used in the treatment of parasitic worm infections
How it Works
Pyrantel Pamoate works by releasing neurotransmitters that paralyze the parasite`s peripheral nervous system, this then kills them and prevents the parasites from spreading further.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Pyrantel Pamoate may suffer from such side effects;
Headache,
Dizziness,
Nausea,
Hair loss,
Vomiting,
Abnormal liver function tests,
Fever,
Abdominal pain,
Vertigo
Praziquantel
Uses
Praziquantel is used in the treatment of human parasite infections, schistosoma infections.
How it Works
Praziquantel is known as an anthelmintic. Praziquantel works for human parasite infections by stopping the insect larvae from growing and spreading. Praziquantel affects the permeability of the cell membrane by making it weaker thereby killing the worms.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Praziquantel may suffer from such side effects;
Headache,
Nausea,
Vomiting,
Abnormal liver function tests,
Hair loss,
Fever,
Dizziness,
Abdominal pain,
Vertigo