Name:  Albendazole

Synonyms: Methyl 5-propylthio-2-benzimidazolecarbamate

Molecular Structure:  

Molecular Formula:  C₁₂H₁₅N₃O₂S

Molecular Weight:  265.33

CAS Number:  54965-21-8

EINECS:  259-414-7

Melting point:  208-210 ¡ãC

 

Albendazole is a broad-spectrum anthelmintic for humans and animals. Albendazole works by interfering with proteins in either the worm¡¯s intestine or absorptive cells. This leads to the worm not being able to absorb sugar (glucose), which are essential for its survival. Therefore the energy stores of the worm are depleted, and this leads to its eventual death within several days.

Albendazole is used to treat Hydatid disease (echinococcosis) and infection of the nervous system caused by pork tapeworms (neurocysticercosis), also for Hookworm, Ascariasis, Whipworm and Strongyloidiasis.

Specification EP/USP/CP

Storage Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area.