Niclosamide
Synonym(s): Anthelmintic, salicylanilides
Introduction
Name
- Niclosamide.
Class of drug
- Anthelmintic.
- Salicylanilides.
Description
Chemical name
- 5-Chloro-N-(2-chloro-4-nitrophenyl)-2-hydroxybenzamide
Molecular formula
- C13H8Cl2N2O4
Molecular weight
- 327.120 Da
Physical properties
- Bolus/ tablet.
- Powder.
- Oral solution.
Uses
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Administration
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Pharmacokinetics
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Precautions
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Withdrawal Periods
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Adverse Reactions
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Further Reading
Publications
Refereed Papers
- Recent references from PubMed and VetMedResource.
- Swan G E (1999) The pharmacology of halogenated salicylanilides and their anthelmintic use in animals. J S Afr Vet Assoc 70 (2), 61-70 PubMed.
Other sources of information
- Spiderchem (2015) Niclosamide. Royal Society of Chemistry.
- Veterinary Substances Database. Last updated 2018.General information for Niclosamide. University of Hertfordshire.
- Specific product information for Niclosamide bolus (2014). Neospark Veterinary Pharmaceutical Formulations.