- Helminthiases (ie, helminth infections) are the most common infections worldwide, affecting the poorest and most deprived communities. In developed countries, they can cause considerable morbidity, particularly in resource-poor settings.
- In addition to their health effects, helminthiasis also impairs physical and mental growth in childhood, thwart educational advancement and hinder economic development.
- Helminthiasis is caused by different species of parasitic worms (Table 1). Among these, soil-transmitted helminths (STH) are the most common in humans.
- Roundworm, whipworm, hookworms and threadworm are collectively termed STH.
- The severity of symptoms caused by helminthiasis usually depends on the number of worms present in a person.
- People with light infections may be asymptomatic, while heavy infections can cause a range of gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms and, in some cases, systemic presentations (Table 2).
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Intestinal helminths cause disease by a variety of mechanisms, including:
▪ Intestinal obstruction
▪ Damage to the intestinal mucosa
▪ Competition for nutrients
- The main ingredient in CHAMPS® D-Worms is Albendazole.
- Typically administered as a 400 mg oral dose.
- Principal antihelmentic drug to combat intestinal helminth infections.
Broad spectrum of activity against six types of helminths Roundworm, whipworm, hookworm, threadworm, pinworm and tapeworm
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