1. Capable of destroying or expelling parasitic worms from the body
Usage: Medical/pharmaceutical term

1. A drug or substance that destroys or expels parasitic worms
Usage: Medical/pharmaceutical term

Examples

• The veterinarian prescribed an anthelminthic medication to treat the dog's intestinal parasites.
• Anthelminthic drugs are commonly used in developing countries to reduce worm infections in children.
• The new anthelminthic compound showed promising results in clinical trials.
• Doctors recommended an anthelminthic treatment after the patient tested positive for roundworms.
• Several anthelminthic agents are available over the counter for pet deworming.
• The anthelminthic properties of certain plants have been studied in traditional medicine.