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Praziquantel

Generic Name
Praziquantel
Brand Names
Biltricide
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C19H24N2O2
CAS Number
55268-74-1
Unique Ingredient Identifier
6490C9U457

Overview

An anthelmintic used in most schistosome and many cestode infestations.

Background

An anthelmintic used in most schistosome and many cestode infestations.

Indication

For the treatment of infections due to all species of schistosoma.

Associated Conditions

  • Cestode infections
  • Cysticercosis
  • Liver fluke infection
  • Trematode infections
  • Schistosoma infection

FDA Approved Products

PRAZIQUANTEL
Manufacturer:Par Pharmaceutical, Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:600 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2019/05/29
NDC:49884-231
Biltricide
Manufacturer:Central Texas Community Health Centers
Route:ORAL
Strength:600 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2017/08/23
NDC:76413-146
Biltricide
Manufacturer:Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:600 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2023/12/06
NDC:50419-747

Singapore Approved Products

DISTOCIDE TABLET 600 mg
Manufacturer:SHIN POONG PHARMACEUTICAL CO LTD
Form:TABLET, FILM COATED
Strength:600 mg
Online:Yes
Approved: 1992/02/06
Approval:SIN06822P

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