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Do anti fungals kill hookworms. was given fluconazole and told to use lotramin? also will it spread to bedsheets, toilet seats etc. i also took otc pinworm meds. freaking out?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

No, antifungal medication such as fluconazole does not eradicate hookworms and Lotrimin is used for skin fungal infection. Hookworms are not transmitted by household stuffs such as bed sheet or toilet seat. OTC drug pyrantel pamoate eradicates pinworm but not hookworms. Albendazole and mebendazole are effective for hookworms.

Answered 10/5/2021

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Understandably, your panic level has increased significantly. Antifungals do not work for parasites and your best start would be with your doc and having a stool exam for ova and parasites. Once a diagnosis is established, your doc will be able to prescribe proper treatment. Self treating for self diagnosed conditions may be dangerous at this point.

Answered 10/5/2021

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Antifungals do not kill parasites. Hookworms are not spread though household contacts. You should see your doctor to get a stool examination to ascertain that you have worm infestation. If you do, your doctor can prescribe appropriate medication. Wish you good health!

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