Albendazole
- BP-S-6-Medicinal Chemistry III
- Apr 3
- 1 min read
Chemical Structure / Formula of Albendazole
Formula: C12H15N3O2S
Structure: Benzimidazole derivative with a sulfur (-S) group.
Mechanism of Action
Inhibits tubulin polymerization, leading to parasite death.
Uses
Neurocysticercosis (Taenia solium larvae in the brain).
Hydatid disease (Echinococcus).
Side Effects
Hepatotoxicity, bone marrow suppression.
