A member asked:

My cat gave me a tapeworm. should my docotr prescribe me albenza (albendazole)?

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No: A cat and dog tapeworm called dipylidium can be transmitted to humans by ingestion of a flea containing the immature form of the cestode. It is generally a symptomatic in humans. Proper treatment should be praziquantel, not abendazole.

Answered 8/17/2015

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