What is false regarding DEC -
Ans. is 'b' i.e., DEC is microfilaristatic o DEC is the first drug used for filariasis; absorbed after oral ingestion; metaboized in liver and excreted in urine. It is microfilaricidal. o Most impoant action of DEC appears to alteration of organelle membrane of Mf promoting cell death. It is used in filariasis and tropical pulmonary eosinophilia.
DEC is excreted in urine
DEC is microfilaristatic
DEC is metabolised in liver
Most impoant action of DEC appears to alteration