The presence of parasites in the body has serious health consequences. This includes the development of allergies, general exhaustion and decreased immune defense, a state of hypovitaminosis and anemia, as well as nervous system disorders, neurosis, insomnia and lack of appetite. Correct treatment directed against the parasites, their larvae and eggs, as well as the use of drugs that restore the metabolic processes disturbed by the presence of unwanted guests in the body, can eliminate all these manifestations.
Getting rid of parasites: general principles
First, the treatment is aimed at completely ridding the body of the worms and their larvae. If at least one parasite remains in the body, this can lead to reinfection. Medicines alone are indispensable here, and this is due to the fact that many parasites are transmitted by dirty hands. In this regard, even if the patient has been drinking a medicine for parasites, but at the same time neglects the rules of personal hygiene and is constantly in contact with the source of the parasites (people or animals), a rapid reinfection is quite possible.
Therefore, the treatment of parasites consists of two mandatory components:
- Using parasite remedies to remove them from the body.
- Prevention of reinfection (personal hygiene, disinfection of the home, personal belongings and surfaces, treatment of all family members, pets).
Furthermore, there is often a need for additional therapy for disorders caused by the parasite by its presence in the body.
Treatment against parasites
The basis of therapy against parasites found in the body is the use of antiparasitic medications. These medications can affect adults and their eggs and larvae. The selection of drugs against parasites must be done exclusively by the physician, after receiving the results of all the necessary tests and evaluating the patient's general condition. Self-administration of parasite remedies for both the treatment and prevention of worms is prohibited, and this is due to several factors. First, all drugs against parasites belong to a special group of chemotherapeutic agents, they have a powerful toxic effect on living organisms. And the human body is no exception in this regard. Incorrect dosage or selection of medications can damage the liver or kidneys, although it does not harm the helminths in any way.
Second, the doctor calculates the dose based on age and weight, using the parasite drug in a short course and the maximum safe and allowable dosage.
Thirdly, according to the results of the analysis, a remedy for parasites is selected, which will be effective in this specific case, as different types of worms (as well as their larvae and eggs) die from different types of drugs.
Medicines for parasites: drug classification
Drugs that affect parasites and their larval forms, eggs, are divided, depending on their effect on certain groups of worms, into various classes.
The first group is a parasitic remedy that affects a class of nematodes. They are subdivided into two subclasses:
- Medicines that are active against intestinal nematodes.
- Drugs that act on extraintestinal nematode species.
The second group includes drugs that have a detrimental effect on the cestode class. They also fall into two subgroups:
- Medicines that act on intestinal parasites.
- Drugs that lead to the destruction of cestodes outside the intestinal lumen.
The third group includes all drugs against parasites that act on the paw. They are also divided into subcategories:
- Medicines that act on intestinal parasites.
- Drugs that lead to the destruction of cestodes outside the intestinal lumen.
A special place is occupied by the drugs of the fourth group, belonging to a wide spectrum of action. This means that this parasite remedy will be effective against most known helminths.
Complementary therapy: treatment of allergies, improving well-being
In addition to antiparasitic treatment, medications are often used to improve the patient's condition, normalize well-being and have a general strengthening effect. Furthermore, due to the strong allergy of the body when infected by parasites, the treatment of allergies with specific agents is also indicated. Allergy occurs in response to penetration and reproduction of parasites, foreign to the body, and may worsen during the period of mass parasite death. Therefore, antihistamines are sometimes prescribed to prevent exacerbations of allergies in the context of treating helminthiasis.
To alleviate the intoxication, remove the residues and antigens of the parasites, especially if there is an accentuated allergy. During the use of anthelmintic medications, the simultaneous ingestion of antihistamines and sorbents is indicated. In addition, sorption and anti-allergy therapy starts about three days before taking the main drug and continues for at least 5 days afterward.
Helminthiases often lead to disturbance of the intestinal microbial flora and therefore the active use of fermented dairy products, plant foods and a preventive course of probiotics is recommended to restore normal biocenosis. During treatment, it is worth excluding heavy and irritating foods, dense foods, and excess protein from the diet. The most useful will be light vegetable, cereal and dairy soups and stews. It is important to consume plenty of fluids to actively remove toxins from the body.