Albendazole

Chemical Structure / Formula of Albendazole

  • Formula: C₁₂H₁₅N₃O₂S
  • Structure: Benzimidazole derivative with a sulfur (-S) group.

Albendazole

Mechanism of Action

  • Inhibits tubulin polymerization, leading to parasite death.

Uses of Albendazole

  • Neurocysticercosis (Taenia solium larvae in the brain).
  • Hydatid disease (Echinococcus).

Side Effects

  • Hepatotoxicity, bone marrow suppression.

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