Pyrantel - 새창
A depolarizing neuromuscular-blocking agent, that causes persistent nicotinic activation resulting in spastic paralysis of susceptible nematodes. It is a drug of second-choice after benzimidazoles for treatment of ascariasis, hookworm, and pinworm infections, being effective after a single dose. (From Smith and Reynard, Textbook of Pharmacology, 1992, p920)
Synonyms :
Pyrantel Pamoate - 새창
Broad spectrum antinematodal anthelmintic used also in veterinary medicine.
