Safety and Efficacy of Drug Combinations Against Trichuris Trichiura

Gaps in Helminth Control: Safety and Efficacy of Drug Combinations. Study on Trichuris Trichiura.

This randomised, controlled, double-blinded clinical study investigates the safety and efficacy of albendazole (ALB), mebendazole (MBD) and ivermectin (IVM) separately, and ALB and MBD each in combination with IVM in the treatment of Trichuris trichiura in children aged 5-14 years.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Those who are enrolled in class one to six
• Are infected with T. trichiura
• Whose parent consent and who are willing to participate

Exclusion Criteria:

• Those with acute and chronic diseases other than T. trichiura
• Those with a history of any serious adverse drug reactions