Cenocide 50mg (100 Tablets) – Anti-Filarial Treatment for Parasitic Worm Infections

What is Cenocide 50mg?

Cenocide 50mg contains Diethylcarbamazine (DEC), a prescription antiparasitic medication used primarily in the treatment and prevention of filariasis, including lymphatic filariasis, tropical pulmonary eosinophilia, and loiasis. It works by immobilizing and killing microfilariae (larval worms) in the blood, helping to reduce symptoms and prevent complications such as elephantiasis.

Cenocide is essential in mass deworming campaigns and is recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) for use in endemic regions.

Active Ingredient

• Diethylcarbamazine Citrate (DEC) 50mg per tablet

Key Benefits of Cenocide

• ✅ Kills microfilariae and gradually eliminates adult worms
• ✅ Treats and prevents lymphatic filariasis
• ✅ Effective against loiasis and tropical eosinophilia syndrome
• ✅ Helps reduce inflammation and complications caused by filarial worms
• ✅ Used in community-wide deworming programmes

Common Indications

• Lymphatic filariasis (Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi)
• Loiasis (Loa loa)
• Tropical pulmonary eosinophilia
• Mass treatment in filariasis-endemic areas

Dosage & Administration

Always use as prescribed by a healthcare professional.

• Typical adult dose: 2–3 mg/kg body weight, 3 times daily for 3 weeks
• Children: Dose adjusted based on weight and age
• May be combined with Albendazole or Ivermectin as part of mass deworming protocols

Precautions & Warnings

• May cause mild to moderate side effects like headache, dizziness, fever, nausea, or rash
• Reactions may occur due to worm die-off (Mazzotti reaction) – monitor closely
• Use with caution in patients with high microfilarial loads
• Not recommended during pregnancy unless advised by a physician
• Do not self-medicate – must be supervised by a healthcare provider

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C
• Keep in original packaging, away from moisture and direct sunlight
• Keep out of reach of children

Why Choose Cenocide 50mg?

Cenocide 50mg (Diethylcarbamazine) is a trusted anti-filarial treatment essential for managing worm-related diseases in tropical regions. With 100 tablets per pack, it is suitable for complete treatment courses or mass public health interventions.

Order now on GoMed – reliable delivery to pharmacies and healthcare centres across Nigeria.