Biltricide
Schistosomiasis, Fluke Infections
600mg
Praziquantel tablets for schistosomiasis and fluke infections. It causes the parasites to contract and become paralysed so the body can remove them.
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Praziquantel
This shelf carries one praziquantel product: Biltricide, a 600 mg tablet for Schistosomiasis and Fluke Infections. Praziquantel is an anthelmintic that kills the worms causing these infections.
Medicine containing Praziquantel
Key points
- Praziquantel is the WHO-recommended treatment for all forms of schistosomiasis.
- Do not take praziquantel with rifampin; rifampin must stop four weeks before starting praziquantel and resumes one day after finishing.
- Praziquantel must not be used if you have ocular cysticercosis (tapeworm cysts in the eyes).
How does Praziquantel work?
As an Antiparasitics medicine, praziquantel causes severe spasms and paralysis in the worms’ muscles. Once paralysed, the worms are either passed in the stool or broken down in the bowels, so you may not notice them leaving.
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FAQ
Which praziquantel products does Direct Meds sell?
On Direct Meds, praziquantel comes as Biltricide. Compare their forms, strengths and packs.
How much does praziquantel cost in South Africa?
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Payment and prices →Is praziquantel available over the counter in South Africa?
Yes, online. Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order praziquantel. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver praziquantel to South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →Last updated