Epsiprantel
Chemical compound
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Epsiprantel (trade name Cestex) is a veterinary drug which is used as an anthelmintic against tapeworms such as Echinococcus granulosus.[2]
Trade namesCestex
Other namesBRL 38705
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| Trade names | Cestex |
| Other names | BRL 38705 |
| Routes of administration | By mouth |
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| Bioavailability | Minimal[1] |
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| Formula | C20H26N2O2 |
| Molar mass | 326.440 g·mol−1 |
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Indications
It is indicated for the removal of cestodes (tapeworms) in cats (Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis) and dogs (Dipylidium caninum and Taenia pisiformis) 7 weeks of age and older.[1]