Biltree 600 (Praziquantel 600 mg)

Introduction to Biltree 600 Mg

Praziquantel is an anthelmintic group of medicines. Biltree 600 mg is also used to treat various worm infections like intestinal amoebiasis, hepatic amoebiasis, filariasis, diarrhea, periodontitis, liver abscesses, etc. It also treats Schistosomiasis, clonorchiasis, and opisthorchiasis infections.

It causes contractions of muscles and paralysis of the worm’s muscles. Worms are then passed in the stool. But you may not notice them since they are sometimes destroyed in the bowls.

Parasites are treated by taking Biltree 600mg.

Praziquantel can also be used to treat cancer as it can act (inhibit) on various mechanisms that promote cancer growth.

Mechanism of work

Calcium channel of the parasite is disturbed by praziquantel by acting on calcium ion homeostasis, which is a type of antagonist of the calcium channel in the parasite.

An imbalance of calcium ions occurs in the body of the parasite, a result of disturbance in the calcium ion exchange system. In the end, contraction of muscle takes place in the body of the parasite and causes disintegration in the body of parasites. The second effect is that it blocks the glucose pathway, resulting in a difference in sugar levels and causing the death of the parasite.

What is Biltree 600 used for?

• Bowel infection caused by Schistosoma (blood fluke) is treated with praziquantel
• Flatworm infection is also treated by it
• It is used to treat many parasitic infections.
• Praziquantel can also treat cancer.

Other Available Medicine: 

• Albendazole 400mg
• Triclabendazole 250
• Nitazoxanide 500

Side effect

• Black, tarry stools
• Diarrhea
• Difficulty swallowing
• Difficulty with moving
• Disturbed color perception
• Dizziness
• Fainting
• Muscle pains, cramps, or stiffness
• Nausea
• Severe abdominal or stomach pain
• Sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
• Sore throat
• Vomiting
• Yellow eyes and skin

Drug Interaction

Praziquantel can interact with the following medicines:

• Apalutamide
• Carbamazepine
• Dexamethasone
• Enzalutamide
• Rifapentine

Precautions

• One should not drive within a few hours after taking medicine

Storage

• Keep the pills in a dry and safe place to avoid children’s reach.
• Keep the medicine away from sunlight.

FAQ

1. What should be avoided while taking Biltree 600mg?

Ans: Don’t drive for a few hours after taking medicine.

2. What food should be avoided while taking medicine?

Ans: Grapefruit may interact with praziquantel and lead to unwanted side effects. Avoid the use of grapefruit products.

3. How safe is praziquantel 600mg?

Ans: It has been approved by the US, and it is safe to be used as medicine.

4. When is the best time to take praziquantel?

Ans: It is taken by mouth with water and a fatty meal.