Helminthiasis: Natural Remedies, Anthelmintic Drugs and Medicinal Plants

Helminthiasis is a significant public health problem affecting millions of people worldwide. This review article provides a comprehensive overview of helminthiasis, including its introduction, history, epidemiology, etiology, causes, transmission routes, specific parasites, life cycle of helminths, pathogenesis, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, precautions from helminthiasis, diagnosis and treatment. Additionally, it discusses anthelmintic drugs and traditional drugs, highlighting their differences, advantages and disadvantages. The article also explores the mechanism of action, causes, symptoms, signs and side effects of anthelmintic drugs in the therapy of helminthiasis and highlights herbal remedies for worm infections, focusing on medicinal plants families, properties, bioactive compound, bioactive compound responsible for anthelmintic activity and plants parts used for determining anthelmintic activity and they exhibiting anthelmintic activity. The major problem with helminthiasis is its widespread prevalence and the limitations of current treatment options. Anthelmintic resistance and side effects are significant concerns, emphazing the need for new and effective treatments. Traditional plants have shown promise in treating helminthiasis, but further research is needed to validate their efficacy and safety. Helminthiasis control and treatment require a comprehensive approach combining anthelmintic drugs, traditional plants and public health educations. Future directions include developing new anthelmintic drugs, validating traditional plants, vaccine development and public health education. In conclusion, helminthiasis is a complex and multifaceted problem requiring a comprehensive approach to control and prevent. By combining anthelmintic drugs, traditional plants and public health education, we can effectively reduce the burden of disease and improve the lives of those affected. This review provides a valuable resource for researcher’s; healthcare professionals and policy makers seeking to understand and address helminthiasis.