[Experimental infection in mice by Plasmodium berghei: an evidence of antiparasitic action of azithromycin]

Rev Soc Bras Med Trop. 2001 Mar-Apr;34(2):203-5. doi: 10.1590/s0037-86822001000200009.
[Article in Portuguese]

Abstract

Infections of Plasmodium berghei in mice was stopped by azithromycin which was administered orally in dosages of 100mg/kg, for 28 days. This antibiotic was given since the same day that the animals were infected. The outcome suggests the necessity of more investigations on this antiparasitic activity.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Azithromycin / therapeutic use*
  • Malaria / drug therapy*
  • Male
  • Mice
  • Mice, Inbred BALB C
  • Plasmodium berghei*

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Azithromycin