MEBENDAZOLE CAS 31431-39-7
MEBENDAZOLE
CAS 31431-39-7
Formula: C16H13N3O3
Description: Mebendazole is a synthetic benzimidazole derivative. It is a white to slightly yellow crystalline powder with poor solubility in water.
Category: Mebendazole belongs to the category of anthelmintic medications, specifically benzimidazole anthelmintics.
Use:
- Antiparasitic: Mebendazole is used to treat infections caused by various parasitic worms, including pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis), roundworms (Ascaris lumbricoides), whipworms (Trichuris trichiura), and hookworms (Necator americanus, Ancylostoma duodenale). It works by inhibiting the formation of microtubules in the parasites, leading to their paralysis and expulsion from the body.
MEBENDAZOLE
CAS 31431-39-7
Formula: C16H13N3O3
Description: Mebendazole is a synthetic benzimidazole derivative. It is a white to slightly yellow crystalline powder with poor solubility in water.
Category: Mebendazole belongs to the category of anthelmintic medications, specifically benzimidazole anthelmintics.
Use:
- Antiparasitic: Mebendazole is used to treat infections caused by various parasitic worms, including pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis), roundworms (Ascaris lumbricoides), whipworms (Trichuris trichiura), and hookworms (Necator americanus, Ancylostoma duodenale). It works by inhibiting the formation of microtubules in the parasites, leading to their paralysis and expulsion from the body.
Description
Dosage & Administration:
- Antiparasitic Use: Dosage of mebendazole depends on the type of infection being treated, the severity of the infection, and the patient’s age and weight. It is usually administered orally as a single dose or in divided doses over several days. The exact dosage and duration of treatment should be determined by a healthcare professional based on individual circumstances.
Appearance:
- Physical Form: White to slightly yellow crystalline powder.
- Texture: Fine and powdery.
- Color: White to slightly yellow.
Package Size:
- Mebendazole is available in various package sizes depending on the manufacturer and the prescribed dosage regimen. It is commonly available in blister packs or bottles containing tablets or chewable tablets.
