The human body is our property. And no one would like to share it with various kinds of parasites. But these harmful organisms get into the human body quite easily, and it is not easy to beat them. Sometimes it turns out to be impossible even to understand that the cause of anxiety and malaise lies in the appearance of parasites. In this case, the person will not receive the correct treatment and will not achieve recovery. What are the best parasite remedies? We will explain below.
Symptoms of the appearance of parasites
Each parasitic infection has its own nonspecific symptoms. About 15 parasitic infections are widespread in Russia. The most common symptom that suggests a parasite is itching in the genital area or anus. It is necessary to think about the appearance of "lodgers" in your body if your weight drops sharply with normal nutrition. But very rarely there are cases when there is a rapid weight gain due to the constant feeling of hunger. Very often, a sign of the appearance of parasites can be a loss of strength, decreased performance, drowsiness during the daytime. Frequent sharp pain in the abdomen can be a sign of the presence of roundworms or tapeworms that settle in the small intestine. The presence of parasites fills the human body with waste and toxic substances, which negatively affects the nervous system and, as a result, causes depression and irritation.
Teeth grinding during sleep is often referred to as a sign of worms. This is due to the lack of vitamin B12 production, which leads to tension in the jaw muscles. When the body is infected with parasitic infections, the work of the digestive tract also deteriorates, which leads to the appearance of early wrinkles, acne, rashes and other skin diseases. Of course, not all of these symptoms can indicate the presence of parasites, which is why they are called non-specific, they can be signs of the presence of chronic diseases.
The reasons for the appearance of parasites
The main cause of parasitic infection is dirt. These can be both dirty hands and poorly washed vegetables and fruits. Contact with an infected person is also one of the main causes of infection. And it is not necessary that the contact will pass directly through the contact, you can get infected by exchanging clothes.Eating contaminated meat that has not undergone good heat treatment poses a high risk of parasites in the body. It is very rare to get infected through insect bites.
Treatment for parasites in humans
The parasitic infection is treated by a general practitioner. To do this, you need to pass the appropriate tests. Along with antiparasitic drugs, vitamins and a complex of enzymes can be prescribed to improve digestion. It is better not to self-medicate.
Preparations for parasites for children
Pirantel
This medicinal product is available in the form of tablets and suspensions that are pleasant to the taste. It can be used from 6 months, as well as pregnant women under the supervision of a doctor. Has an effect on mature worms and developing forms. Not active with larvae in migration. It blocks the intestinal musculature and thus removes parasites from the body. It is used in the treatment of enterobiasis, ascariasis, necatorosis and ankylostomiasis. It can also be used as a prevention of these diseases. Contraindicated in persons with renal failure and myasthenia gravis. After taking pyrantel, you may experience headaches, dizziness, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, allergic reactions in the form of redness and itching. After admission, you must pass a second analysis of feces and scrapings.
The average price is 60 rubles.
Pirantel suspension d / int. reception 250mg / 5ml fl. 15ml
Advantages:
- Low price;
- Possibility of admission from 6 months;
- Acceptable during pregnancy.
Disadvantages:
- Not recommended during breastfeeding.
Dekaris
Available in the form of tablets, in a package of 2 pcs. The active ingredient is levamisole. Effective in the treatment of ascariasis, necatorosis, ankylostomiasis. The action of the drug is based on the muscle blockade of helminths, stopping their vital activity and, as a consequence, removing them from the body. Available in two dosages - 50 mg and 150 mg. Children are allowed only the minimum dosage. The drug is taken once, the dose depends on the age and weight of the child. The best effect will be observed if the pill is taken in the evening after a meal. Also, this drug is prescribed as an immunomodulator for viral infections, but in parallel with it, antiviral drugs and antibiotics must be used. This drug is contraindicated during pregnancy. During lactation, it is allowed to take it only if breastfeeding is stopped for the period of treatment.
The average price is 80 rubles.
Dekaris tab. 50mg 2
Advantages:
- One-time reception;
- Affordable price;
- There are very few side effects;
- It can be used as an immunomodulator.
Disadvantages:
- Not prescribed for children under 3 years of age;
- Not allowed during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Piperazine
It is produced in the form of tablets with the active ingredient peparazin adipate. In the package: 6 and 10 tablets. Effective for ascariasis and enterobiasis. It causes paralysis of the neuromuscular system of helminths, with their subsequent removal from the body. Admission is allowed for children from 1 year old, as well as admission during pregnancy and lactation. During the treatment period, you do not need to follow a special diet, and also does not require special training. The duration of treatment for ascariasis is 2 days, and for enterobiasis - 5 days. When using this drug, you should observe hygiene standards and thoroughly iron and steam your underwear.
The average price is 30 rubles.
Piperazine
Advantages:
- Allowed during pregnancy and lactation;
- Does not require dieting;
- Side effects are very rare;
- Low price.
Disadvantages:
- Available only in tablet form;
- Not suitable for children under 1 year old.
Herbal remedies for parasites
Detoxic
The drug is available in capsules that contain a herbal powder. It contains extracts of clove, centaury and yarrow.Yarrow promotes the removal of worms from the body, centaury promotes recovery and healing of the body, and cloves acts as a prophylactic agent. This herbal preparation removes not only adult helminths from the body, but also their eggs. It also helps to remove toxins from the body, improve the condition of the skin and hair. Since the drug consists only of herbal ingredients, there should be no allergic reactions from it. Application is possible from 3 years old, the course of treatment depends on the person's age, usually 10-30 days. The average price is 1000 rubles.
Detoxic
Advantages:
- Vegetable composition;
- No side reactions;
- Suitable for children;
- In addition to removing parasites, it also strengthens the immune system and improves the condition of the skin and hair.
Disadvantages:
- Long course of admission;
- High price;
- The instructions do not contain information about the parasites on which it affects.
Tanaxol plus
This herbal preparation is available in granules. It consists of wormwood, tansy, yarrow and marsh hodgepodge. It is a potent anti-lambliasis drug. It can also be used as a preventive measure. Tansy extract will have an effect on giardia, opichostria and roundworms. Thanks to yarrow, the gastric mucosa will heal, it will also be an analgesic and healing agent. Wormwood will expel tape and roundworms. In addition, it stimulates appetite, improves bile flow. Taking this drug is allowed from a year. The course of treatment for all types of parasites is 7 days. For the best effect, the manufacturer recommends that adults increase the course to 2 weeks or repeat the weekly course after a week off.
The average price is 350 rubles.
Tanaxol plus
Advantages:
- Affordable price;
- Fast course of treatment;
- Suitable for children from 1 year old;
- The plant composition has a detrimental effect on many types of parasites.
Disadvantages:
- Should not be taken if pregnant or breastfeeding.
Troichetka Evalar
Troichatka is produced in capsules containing tansy extract and flowers, aspen extract and aromatic carnation. This complex of herbs creates unfavorable conditions for parasites and thereby expels them from the body. This drug is considered the most effective among biologically active food additives. And has quite a lot of positive reviews. The consumption of 6 capsules per day for adults creates a rather unfavorable environment for parasites. For children, this drug is allowed from 3 years old. Pregnant and breastfeeding women - only after consulting a doctor. The course of treatment is usually 2 weeks according to a special scheme described in the instructions. In addition to fighting parasites, this drug is useful in raising immunity, with acne and age spots. The average price is 300 rubles.
Troichetka Evalar
Advantages:
- Affordable price;
- Good composition;
- There is Troichatka for children.
Disadvantages:
- Re-admission is allowed only after 6 months.
Homeopathic remedies for parasites
Helminthol
This preparation contains a large amount of plant products that promote the elimination of parasites from the body and create an unfavorable environment for their habitat. Most useful for roundworms (roundworms, tapeworms). It also actively cleanses the intestines from toxins and toxins, normalizes the liver and gastrointestinal tract. It is used not only as an anthelmintic drug, but also for allergies, migraines, diseases of the urinary tract, viral diseases and to raise immunity. Reception is allowed from 14 years old, during pregnancy and lactation is prohibited. It is used between meals. For the best effect, the granules must be absorbed under the tongue. For a complete recovery, you need to go through 3-4 courses lasting 7 days, with intervals of 3-4 days.
Gelminol (helminol, with helminthic invasion) drops of 10 ml + 5 sachets of 5 gr.
Advantages:
- Good plant composition;
- It is used not only as an anti-parasitic agent.
Disadvantages:
- Permissible age from 14 years old;
- Quite a long course of treatment.
Qing
This homeopathic remedy is made from the Chernobyl plant. It is prescribed for bruxism, itching in the anus, abdominal pain. The course of treatment is 3-4 weeks, repeated administration is possible. It has no contraindications, with the exception of sensitivity to the component of the granules. Admission as a prophylactic agent is allowed. There were no side effects from taking this drug. The average price is 150 rubles.
Qing
Advantages:
- Possibility of use during pregnancy and children under 2 years of age;
- No side effects were found.
Disadvantages:
- There is no information about the types of parasites;
- Long course of treatment.
Broad spectrum parasite remedies
Albendazole
Available in tablet form. Has an effect on intestinal and tissue parasites, larvae and adult helminths. Reception together with fatty foods increases the effect of the drug 5 times. It is allowed to use the drug from 2 years old, during pregnancy, it is allowed only as a last resort. It is also possible to prescribe to children from 1 year old in a single dose of 200 mg. People with liver disease should be careful when taking this drug. The dosage of the drug and the duration of treatment depends on the type of parasite. During treatment, you should not use laxatives and food that helps to loosen the stool, because this will facilitate the rapid elimination of the drug from the body. With a single dose of the drug, it is recommended to repeat the treatment after 3 weeks. When albendazole is taken in large doses, there are frequent headaches, nausea, abdominal pain and dizziness.
The average price is 500 rubles.
Albendazole
Advantages:
- Helps with a larger type of parasite;
- Long-term reception is allowed.
Disadvantages:
- Contraindicated in children under 2 years of age;
- Reception after a single use.
Vermox
In this preparation, the active ingredient is mebendazole. Available in tablet form. This is a broad-spectrum drug, most effective against enterobiasis, ascariasis, teniasis, stongyloidiasis and mixed helminthiasis. Children are allowed to take this drug from the age of 3. When treating with Vermox, a special diet is not required. The course of treatment is usually three days; in order to avoid reinfection, the manufacturer recommends repeating the course after 2-4 weeks. During pregnancy and lactation, the use of this drug is contraindicated. It should also not be used by people with Crohn's disease, liver failure and ulcerative colitis. Drowsiness, headache, itching, hives, hair loss, abdominal pain, and vomiting may occur while taking this medication. After taking the drug, it is forbidden to consume alcohol and fatty foods.
The average price is 100 rubles.
Vermox
Advantages:
- Low cost;
- Not a long course of treatment;
- Effective against a large number of parasites.
Disadvantages:
- Reception is allowed only after 3 years;
- It is impossible during pregnancy;
- There are many side effects.
Traditional methods of treatment
Non-fertile medicine is widely used at home. This option is suitable for both treatment and prevention. The most common folk remedy for parasites is pumpkin seeds. They can be eaten both without the peel and grains crushed in a blender along with the peel. Seeds should be consumed in the morning on an empty stomach. A decoction of tansy herb is popular, for this a tablespoon of dried herb must be poured with a glass of boiling water and allowed to brew. Consume on an empty stomach. Tansy is also part of many drugs for parasites. Many folk recipes include garlic. You can eat it with cloves, prepare decoctions and tinctures from it. Ginger also creates an unfavorable environment for the life of parasites. It can be brewed with lemon, marinated, and eaten raw. Raw onions and tinctures from it also help in the fight against parasites.
Which treatment option is better
When the first signs of parasites appear, before consulting a doctor, you can use folk remedies or take a herbal preparation that will not have a negative effect on health. You cannot start taking strong medications without consulting and prescribing your doctor and taking tests.