Antiparasitic
As antiparasitic (plural antiparasitics ) refers to drugs that against endo- and ectoparasites be used. Agents that are used against both groups of parasites are also known as endectocides .
Active substances against ectoparasites are:
- Acaricides (against mites )
- Insecticides (against insects)
- Repellants (insect repellants)
Active substances against endoparasites are:
- Anthelmintics (for worms )
- Antiprotozoic drugs (against protozoa )