Is Albendazole an Antibiotic?

Albendazole is an antibiotic that is chemically related to metronidazole. Although a few case reports link metronidazole with the development of pseudomembranous colitis

What class of drug is albendazole?

Albendazole is in a class of medications called antihelmintics. It works by killing the worms.

Does albendazole kill all worms?

Conclusions: Albendazole is the drug of choice for hookworm, Ascaris lumbricoides, and pinworm. In combination with ivermectin, it is the first-line agent for whipworm. Ivermectin is preferred for Strongyloides stercoralis, and praziquantel is effective against most nematodes and trematodes.