Humans are exposed to the risk of being infected by parasitic life forms every day, as the sources of danger are common household items, food, insects and domestic animals. The smaller, invisible-to-the-eye parasites and their eggs can enter the body and start their devastating effect on human health. Living in unfavorable regions in terms of ecology and sanitary standards, as well as visiting countries with a humid and hot climate, aggravates the situation. Knowing the simplest basic principles of prevention can greatly reduce the risk for a person, but if there is a minimal likelihood of infection, more effective measures must be taken. Official and traditional medicine offers an impressive arsenal of therapeutic and prophylactic drugs, and it is advisable to have the most popular and effective remedies for parasites of the human body in your home first-aid kit at all times.
Medicines for parasites
The main task of pharmaceutical production parasite drugs is to rid the human body of adults, regardless of location, blocking vital functions, interrupting the reproductive cycle and destroying young worms and their larvae.
The second necessary effect of a good drug should be the timely removal of dead pests, their metabolic and decomposition products from the body. At the same time, an important parameter when choosing a drug is its reduced toxicity to human tissues and organs, as the body, weakened by the action of parasitic life forms, can react to new aggressive components in the most unexpected ways. The most effective antiparasitic agents in the human body are of low toxicity and show their activity only against foreign agents.
Choosing a suitable drug is best left to a competent specialist. After the examination and the results of laboratory diagnostics, he will be able to establish the exact type of parasite and prescribe the ideal drug for each specific case. Specialist consultation is also necessary because all drugs have certain side effects and contraindications, and given the toxicity of anthelmintic drugs, it is necessary to take into account all possible risks to human health.
Given the abundance of forms of parasitic worms, most drugs are effective against several varieties and belong to drugs with a broad spectrum of effects. The advantages of this group of drugs are their effectiveness when infected with different types of parasites, but this effect, especially in some drugs, is accompanied by increased toxicity. Among the drugs with a broad spectrum of effects, there are children and adult dosages, which should be considered at the time of purchase.
Visiting exotic countries, in addition to working in the food industry with raw materials of animal origin, is full of identification of atypical parasites for the region of residence. Therapy in this case will require the use of highly targeted antiparasitic agents. This measure is a prerequisite for quality treatment and serves as a protection against the toxic effects of parasitic poisons. Targeted medications are prescribed only when the type of parasite is identified, as they are very toxic and can lead to the development of intoxications.
A huge advantage of modern drugs that have a pronounced antiparasitic effect is the speed of influence on the human body. Most drugs in the correct dosage can get rid of pests in one application, which significantly reduces the risk of side effects and speeds up the rehabilitation process after the action of parasitic poisons.
Broad spectrum drugs
Among broad-based drugs, the most popular and effective are:
- The first drug on the list and the most toxic to humans appears to be one of the most effective drugs against various types of intestinal parasites. This medicine contains carbamic acid methyl ester, which stops the processes of reproduction and growth in adults, stops the metabolic processes of the worms and contributes to their rapid death. When prescribing the drug, it is important to follow the recommended dosage. A small amount will only slow down the development processes, and an excessive excess of the norm of the active substance will cause severe intoxication in humans.
- The most famous drug from the group of tetrahydropyrimidines, the effectiveness of which has been confirmed by more than a generation of people. A single dose of the drug in the correct dose contributes to the rapid elimination of parasites. The active substance causes paralysis of the worm's muscular system, and the immobilized parasite easily leaves the body in a natural way. This medication is often used as an anthelmintic in children and is also effective in preventing helminthiasis in animals. Another important advantage of the drug is its relatively low cost.
- The drug's active ingredient is an imidazothiazole derivative, which blocks the parasites' ability to breathe. Adult individuals begin to actively leave the body in search of oxygen, while younger individuals die for lack of it. Another positive effect of the drug is to increase a person's natural immunity. The more active the defense, the less chance the parasites will survive, as the body begins to produce its own active components that are effective against parasitic poisons. The drug is available in adult and pediatric dosages and has low toxicity.
- Available in a convenient form of chewable tablets, suspensions and standard tablets for oral administration. The active substance of the drug from the benzimidazole group works effectively against various types of Giardia, copes well with infection with worms of all types, and has relatively low toxicity. According to many experts, this drug is the best remedy for parasites in the human body in the presented group. Suitable for children and adults and does not require any special instructions and precautions when taken at the recommended dose.
targeted drugs
Modern diagnostic resources allow you to accurately determine the type of parasite and help the doctor prescribe the appropriate antiparasitic agents. The most dangerous diseases are cestodose and trematodose. Injuries affect internal organs - heart, liver, lungs - and lead to irreversible consequences, harming human health and threatening life in especially difficult cases.
Cestodia are often found in raw meat, so food workers and those who do not follow safety precautions when handling animal products are at high risk of infection. In relation to cestodes, active drugs are very toxic drugs, so the treatment is usually carried out in a hospital environment and systemic therapy is prescribed in parallel, aiming to restore the functions of the organs and systems affected by the parasites. Treatment is long, complicated and expensive, so it is much easier to follow preventive measures.
Trematodes are related to the worm class and affect the liver, lungs and organs of the circulatory system. Despite unpleasant symptoms and a threatening diagnosis, trematodes respond well to treatment with a drug from the pyrazinaisoquinoline group. The drug is prescribed after laboratory diagnosis and has a narrow focus on this resistant parasite.
Folk recipes against parasites
Traditional healers and our ancestors noticed a long time ago that some plants increased activity against parasites. The components of medicinal herbs create negative conditions for the life of parasitic individuals in the human body. At the same time, the herbal remedy for parasites has a much less toxic effect and has a mild effect. Because of this, medicinal herbs with anti-parasitic properties can be used for both children and adults.
The effect of exposure is based on the various properties of herbs:
- Spicy and hot foods raise the internal temperature, and worms of all types are very sensitive to fluctuations. At the same time, the essential oils contained in spices have an impact on the life cycle of parasites.
- Bitter herbs lower the moisture level, which is ideal for most parasitic forms. Under such conditions, the reproduction processes slow down and the young die due to adverse circumstances.
- The taste of sour herbs, vegetables and fruits alters the normal ratio of acidity in the body and kills worms by destroying their bodies and eggshells.
As among medicines, in the group of medicinal plants there are those that have a wide range of effects. A distinctive feature of their influence is the influence on several factors in the life of parasites simultaneously. These herbs are usually less toxic, but they need to be taken for a long time to get results.
Herbal medicines can be used as a stand-alone therapy or as an adjunct to an ongoing course of antiparasitic treatment. Many herbs are poisonous, so when choosing, you need to carefully study their properties and correctly determine the necessary mode of administration. In that case, herbal reference books can help, but to reduce the risk of poisoning, it's still best to seek the advice of a good doctor.
Treatment with herbal remedies for parasites in the human body can be carried out in the form of monotherapy - the use of a plant as the main treatment or the use of fees.
Medicinal plant preparations have a number of advantages. They act in several directions at once, affecting the parasites' vital functions, their ability to move and reproduce, as well as killing less resistant individuals and larvae.
herbal monotherapy
Plants that have an antiparasitic effect can not only effectively treat the consequences of infection, but also avoid the risk of introducing parasites. Most plants are easy to buy at a pharmacy or collect with your own hands, and some anthelmintic drugs can be found in the kitchen. At the same time, the simplest plants are endowed with a very strong effect against parasites.
Clove
This spice, widely used in marinades, has a pronounced anti-parasitic effect and helps to easily eliminate most parasites. The plant has an antiseptic, bactericidal and immunostimulating effect, and a complex effect enhances the effect of taking clove-based products. You can drink preparations containing cloves for therapeutic and prophylactic purposes. Clove powder has the strongest effect on parasites, and decoctions and infusions are used for a milder effect. A very good remedy against parasites is clove alcohol tincture, which allows you to leave the beneficial properties of the herb for a long time, due to which it becomes an indispensable tool when traveling.
Garlic
A popular spice and a valuable food product, it is also used to rid the body of parasites. It contains phytoncides that kill parasites and make them uncomfortable to stay in the human body. An alcoholic or oil tincture of garlic is an affordable and effective treatment, and dried garlic retains the beneficial properties of a fresh product, so it is recommended to use it more often as a flavoring additive in cooking. Garlic's closest relative, the onion, is also useful as a natural anthelmintic.
Grenade
Residents of Central and East Asia use the inedible upper part of the fruit as a real and very active anthelmintic medicine. Pomegranate peel contains a lot of tannins that reduce moisture in the internal environment of the body. The fruits themselves have a sour taste, which is also unfavorable for parasites. It turns out that, in general, pomegranate has a broad spectrum of action and has an overall body-strengthening effect. Decoctions and infusions in the pomegranate peel, in addition to eating fruits, help in the treatment of helminthiasis.
sagebrush
Wormwood has a very bitter taste and is the most effective against all types of parasites among known plants. Widespread in nature everywhere, this parasite herb contains valuable organic acids in its structure. Its action is harmful to parasitic forms, as the acid destroys the eggshell of parasitic individuals. The juice of the plant contains a valuable essential oil, which causes paralysis and later death of young worms, preventing their ability to continue life. Wormwood contains strong tannins that reduce the humidity of the human body's internal environment and block the movement of parasites. Many herbal preparations feature wormwood as the main component, and Troychatka is considered the most popular composition. It is used in the form of decoctions, which are ingested to cleanse the parasites that live in the intestines.
Nettle
Nettle, in addition to its valuable antiseptic properties, contains substances that interrupt the life cycle of parasites. At the same time, it is easy and cheap to collect nettles in the field or buy them at a pharmacy. Dried grass is used in the form of infusions and decoctions, as a solution for cleansing enemas, it is part of the fees. In addition to the harmful effect on helminths, nettle grass is rich in natural antioxidants that strengthen the body's natural defenses and also reduce the manifestations of intoxication that are inevitable with helminthic invasion.
Popular anti-parasitic rates
Among all the options for herbal preparations, a simple and effective remedy, Troychatka, enjoys well-deserved fame. The name is due to the presence in the composition of several plants that have a complex effect, eliminating parasites with a greater or lesser degree of toxicity.
The first version of "Troychatka" contains Wormwood, Clove and Tansy in proportions of 1: 2: 4. Compliance with the dosage in this case is especially important, as this collection contains poisonous Tansy. Herbs need to be brewed in a thermos and drink this bitter infusion three times a day before meals. The infusion has an extremely strong taste, but it is not recommended to drink it to effectively get rid of parasites. With the help of this tool, you can get rid of many forms of parasites in a week. Collection with tansy is contraindicated for children, a gentler option is suitable for them.
The second version of "Troychatka" acts more smoothly, but longer in time. The composition includes cumin, calamus and calendula in a 1: 1: 2 ratio. Proportions are important, as popular wisdom has long determined the ideal composition of the components; therefore, it is not worth carrying out experiments with risk of efficiency and, more importantly, health. An herbal mixture is also prepared with boiling water and drunk three times a day before meals. But due to a milder effect, the course of treatment is 2 weeks and then a repeated prophylactic dose is required, with milder effect. 14 days of admission 3 times a day. Then you should continue prophylactic reception for 2-3 months, 1 time a week. This collection can be given to children, as well as periodically used as a preventive medicine.
The preference for an effective and safe remedy that can rid the body of parasites is best left to the doctor. He will advise on the latest pharmacological production or give valuable advice on the use of medicinal plants, as well as carry out timely diagnoses to identify a particular type of parasite. Preventive measures to prevent infection are much cheaper and more effective. Compliance with simple personal hygiene requirements, elementary health standards and a culture of behavior when handling animals will significantly reduce the risk and help to avoid unpleasant consequences, as well as the use of potent antiparasitic drugs.