Molecule

Drug Groups

approved

Description

An anthelmintic with schistosomicidal activity against Schistosoma mansoni, but not against other Schistosoma spp. Oxamniquine causes worms to shift from the mesenteric veins to the liver where the male worms are retained; the female worms return to the mesentery, but can no longer release eggs. (From Martidale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 31st ed, p121)

Indication

For treatment of Schistosomiasis caused by Schistosoma mansoni

Pharmacology

Oxamniquine is an anthelmintic with schistosomicidal activity against Schistosoma mansoni, but not against other Schistosoma spp. Oxamniquine causes worms to shift from the mesenteric veins to the liver where the male worms are retained; the female worms return to the mesentery, but can no longer release egg.

Affected Organisms

Biotransformation

Probably hepatic

Absorption

Well absorbed orally

Half Life

1-2.5 hours

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