What is PYRVINIUM PAMOATE used for?

PYRVINIUM PAMOATE is classified as an anthelmintic, which is used to treat parasitic worm infections.

How do I take PYRVINIUM PAMOATE?

This medication is intended to be taken orally (by mouth).

Does PYRVINIUM PAMOATE have a known mechanism of action?

The specific way that PYRVINIUM PAMOATE works in the body is currently unknown.

Is PYRVINIUM PAMOATE being studied for cancer?

Yes, research has looked into its potential relation to pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma.

When was PYRVINIUM PAMOATE first approved?

PYRVINIUM PAMOATE was first approved in 1982.

Is PYRVINIUM PAMOATE available as an injection?

No, based on available data, it is an oral medication and not for parenteral (injection) use.

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Anthelmintic (medication used to treat parasitic worms)

PYRVINIUM PAMOATE (also known as NSC-223622) is a small molecule classified as an anthelmintic, which is a medication used to treat parasitic worm infections. While it has been studied in relation to pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, its exact mechanism of action is currently unknown.

How it worksThe exact way this drug works in the body is not yet known.

Used for

Parasitic worm infectionsResearch regarding pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma

Conditions

Parasitic worm infections

Class

AnthelminticSmall moleculeAnthelmintic (medication used to treat parasitic worms)Gastrointestinal

How to take

FormsOral

RoutesOral

The mechanism of action for PYRVINIUM PAMOATE is currently unknown in clinical literature provided in the bundle provided. It has been researched for potential use in pancreatic cancer studies but is primarily categorized as an anthelmintic drug. It was first approved in 1982 and has reached phase 4 clinical status for certain uses/research contexts. It is taken by mouth (oral).

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Questions to ask

·How will PYRVINIUM PAMOATE treat my specific infection?
·Are there any known side effects for this medication?

Educational summary derived from FDA labeling, AI-assisted. Not medical advice — consult a healthcare professional. Updated 2026-04-26.

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