Both Albendazole and ivermectin are medications that are prescribed for their antiparasitic action. They are used to treat parasitic infections such as worm infections and lice infestation. But both are different from each other and work differently.
Albendazole is an antiparasitic medication that is prescribed to treat infections caused by worms, including roundworm, hookworm, and tapeworm. It works by inhibiting the metabolism of the worms, which kills these worms. Albendazole is available in oral form.
Ivermectin is also an antiparasitic medication that is prescribed for treating parasitic infections caused by worms. It is also effective in scabies and lice infestations. It works by inhibiting the activity of certain enzymes in the parasites, which kills them eventually. Ivermectin is available in oral form.
Available medications
- Zentel 400 mg (Albendazole)
- Ivecop (Ivermectin)
- Iverheal