Anti-parasitic agents are drugs that are commonly used in dermatology to treat parasitic infections of the skin, such as scabies and head lice. There are various agents used for the treatment of parasitic infections, including topical and systemic options. The choice of therapy depends on the specific parasite and the severity of the infection. These agents may act through different mechanisms, such as killing the parasite directly or inhibiting its growth and replication.

This quiz is designed to test your knowledge on antiparasitic agents, including their mechanism of action, indications, contraindications, adverse effects, and drug interactions.

To successfully complete the quiz, you should have a good understanding of the different types of anti-parasitic agents and their clinical applications.

We encourage you to review the associated learning module before taking the quiz.

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  • Release Date: April 23, 2022

  • Last Updated: January 26, 2023

  • Time to complete: 30 minutes

  • Author:

    • Dr. Zeinah Alhalees, MD, University of British Columbia
    • Dr. Alreem Alnabti, MD, Sidra Medical and Research Center
    • Dr. Rahul Nanda, MD, McGill University.
    • Dr. Elena Netchiporouk, MD, McGill University