Biltricide is a brand name for the anthelmintic drug praziquantel. It is used to treat infections caused by various tapeworm species in humans and animals. The medication works by binding to the tegument of cestodes and disrupting their surface integrity. This binding leads to increased calcium influx causing sustained muscle contraction of the parasite. The contracted worms become paralyzed and are expelled from the host's gastrointestinal tract. Pharmacologically the drug is metabolized in the liver and excreted mainly through the bile, providing a prolonged antiparasitic effect.

Biltricide is an anthelmintic medication formulated to combat parasitic worm infections. It is principally employed in the treatment of schistosomiasis caused by schistosoma species. The drug functions by disrupting the integrity of parasite cell membranes. This disruption results in increased calcium influx and metabolic disturbance within the worm. The compromised tegument leads to paralysis and subsequent death of the organism. By eliminating the adult worms in the host's vasculature the infection resolves effectively. Pharmacologically the agent is administered orally and exhibits systemic absorption that targets the intracellular processes of the parasite.

Biltricide may cause abdominal discomfort in some patients. Headache and dizziness can occur after dosing. Nausea is reported occasionally. Skin rash or itching may develop as a reaction. Rarely, liver enzyme levels can be elevated. Some individuals experience muscle aches. Fatigue has been observed in clinical studies. Allergic responses such as swelling are possible.

Biltricide is an anthelmintic medication used to treat parasitic infections. Common side effects include mild gastrointestinal discomfort and headache. Some patients may experience dizziness or fatigue after dosing. Rarely, allergic skin reactions such as rash can occur. Headache and nausea are frequently reported during treatment. Liver enzyme elevations have been observed in a small number of cases. The drug is generally well tolerated when taken with food. Most side effects are transient and resolve without intervention.