Mebendazole

Product Name: Mebendazole

Alias: 5-benzoyl-2-benzimidazolecarbamicacimethylester;bantenol;besantin;lomper;mbdz

CAS NO: 31431-39-7

Appearance: white powder

MF: C16H13N3O3

Usage: Veterinary drugs.The prevention and control of parasite

Description:

Mebendazole (MBZ) is a medication used to treat a number of parasitic worm infestations.This includes ascariasis, pinworm disease, hookworm infections, guinea worm infections, hydatid disease, and giardia, among others. It is taken by mouth.

Mebendazole is usually well tolerated. Common side effects include headache, vomiting, and ringing in the ears. If used at large doses it may cause bone marrow suppression. It is unclear if it is safe in pregnancy. Mebendazole is a broad-spectrum antihelminthic agent of the benzimidazole type.

Mebendazole came into use in 1971, after it was developed in Belgium. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines, the most effective and safe medicines needed in a health system. Mebendazole is available as a generic medication.