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Mebendazole

Generic Name
Mebendazole
Brand Names
Emverm, Vermox
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C16H13N3O3
CAS Number
31431-39-7
Unique Ingredient Identifier
81G6I5V05I

Overview

A benzimidazole that acts by interfering with carbohydrate metabolism and inhibiting polymerization of microtubules. [PubChem]

Background

A benzimidazole that acts by interfering with carbohydrate metabolism and inhibiting polymerization of microtubules. [PubChem]

Indication

For the treatment of Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm), Trichuris trichiura (whipworm), Ascaris lumbricoides (common roundworm), Ancylostoma duodenale (common hookworm), Necator americanus (American hookworm) in single or mixed infections.

Associated Conditions

  • Ancylostoma caninum infection
  • Ancylostoma duodenale infection
  • Ascaris lumbricoides infection
  • Capillariasis
  • Enterobius vermicularis infection
  • Filariasis
  • Giardiasis
  • Necatoriasis due to necator americanus
  • Strongyloides Stercoralis Infection
  • Taenia solium infection
  • Toxocariasis
  • Whipworm infection

FDA Approved Products

No FDA products found for this drug

Singapore Approved Products

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