Bitoscanate
Bitoscanate
Bitoscanate (pronounced as bih-toh-ska-nate) is a type of anthelmintic drug that is used to treat parasitic worm infections.
Etymology
The term "Bitoscanate" is derived from the chemical compound it is made up of. The prefix "Bito-" is derived from the chemical compound Bismuth, and "-scanate" is derived from the chemical compound Thiosalicylate.
Usage
Bitoscanate is primarily used in the treatment of hookworm infections. It works by paralyzing and killing the parasites. It is usually administered orally and is available in tablet form.
Related Terms
- Anthelmintic: A type of drug that is used to treat infections caused by parasitic worms.
- Parasitic Worm: A type of parasite that lives in the body of its host and can cause a variety of health problems.
- Hookworm: A type of parasitic worm that lives in the intestines of its host.
- Bismuth: A chemical element with the symbol Bi and atomic number 83. It is used in the production of various drugs, including Bitoscanate.
- Thiosalicylate: A type of chemical compound that is used in the production of various drugs, including Bitoscanate.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bitoscanate
- Wikipedia's article - Bitoscanate
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