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Thiabendazole

Mintezol, Thibenzole

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Sourced from primary literature. Awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer — our editorial process.

Drug Class

Antiparasitic

Routes

POTopical

Indications

Nematode infectionsStrongyloides infection

Mechanism of Action

Inhibits fumarate reductase in nematode mitochondria, disrupting energy metabolism. Also has anti-fungal properties.

Side effects & warnings

Generally well tolerated. GI upset possible. Not effective against all parasite species. Largely superseded by newer benzimidazoles.

Species with Thiabendazole dosing data (2 dose rules)

Ball PythonDog (Domestic)

Evidence levels across 2 dose rules

Moderate×1Weak×1

Each ExoticRx dose rule is graded by the strength of its primary evidence — see the editorial process.

Backed by 2 published primary sources

  • · Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed
  • · Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

Sample dosing (1 of 2 cited rules)

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SpeciesRouteDoseFrequencyEvidenceSource
Dog (Domestic)PO50–100 mg/kgq24h for 3 daysModeratePlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

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