Other names: Ancylostoma; Ancylostomiasis; Necator
Hookworm infection is an intestinal infection caused by Ancylostoma or Necator. The attach themselves to villi in the mucous membrane, suck blood, and may cause anemia.
Drugs used to treat Hookworm Infection (Necator or Ancylostoma)
Name | Drug Class |
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Pyrantel | Anthelmintics |
Pinworm medicine | Anthelmintics |
Emverm | Anthelmintics |