vermicidal

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ver·mi·ci·dal

(ver'mi-sī'dăl),

Destructive to worms; specifically, destructive to parasitic intestinal worms.

[vermi- + L. caedo, to kill]

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(vĕr'mi-sī'dăl)

Destructive to worms; specifically, destructive to parasitic intestinal worms.

[vermi- + L. caedo, to kill]

Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

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Ivermectin was recommended in our case because of its vermicidal and ectoparasiticidal properties.

The bark is antiseptic, antipyretic and vermicidal, and a decoction of the bark is used in treating various skin diseases and ulcers.

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