In vitro and in vivo human metabolism and pharmacokinetics of S‐ and R‐praziquantel

Abstract Racemic praziquantel (PZQ) is the drug of choice for the treatment of schistosomiasis. R‐Praziquantel (R‐PZQ) has been shown as the therapeutic form, whereas S‐PZQ is less efficacious and responsible for the bitter taste of the tablet. This study aimed at investigating the metabolism of R‐...

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Main Authors: Nyasha Nicole Kapungu, Xueqing Li, Charles Nhachi, Collen Masimirembwa, Roslyn Stella Thelingwani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2020-08-01
Series:Pharmacology Research & Perspectives
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/prp2.618