Reduced Efficacy of Praziquantel Against Schistosoma mansoni Is Associated With Multiple Rounds of Mass Drug Administration

Conclusions. The reduced efficacy of praziquantel in schools with a higher exposure to MDA may pose a threat to the effectiveness of schistosomiasis control programs. We call for the efficacy of anthelmintic drugs used in MDA to be closely monitored.

Source: Clinical Infectious Diseases - October 13, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Crellen, T., Walker, M., Lamberton, P. H. L., Kabatereine, N. B., Tukahebwa, E. M., Cotton, J. A., Webster, J. P. Tags: ARTICLES AND COMMENTARIES Source Type: research