# Antiparasitics Drugs in Nigeria

Our October 2026 copy of the NAFDAC register holds 93 antiparasitic products across the 4 medicines in this guide, 39 of them with active registrations, from 65 registration holders.

- Source: https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/category/antiparasitics/
- Drug guides in this category: 4
- Last updated: October 2026
- Supply report (October 2026 copy): https://ogbogwu.com/data/supply/antiparasitics/ — 39 active registrations from 28 companies

Deworming is practically a national ritual — albendazole or mebendazole every few months for schoolchildren, often for the whole household, at a cost of a few hundred naira. Alongside that quiet routine run two of global health's great campaigns, both Nigerian success stories in progress: ivermectin distributed free against river blindness, and praziquantel given in school programmes against schistosomiasis (bilharzia), the waterborne infection behind blood in the urine of children who swim in streams.

These medicines are cheap, safe, and dramatically effective — a single dose usually does the job. The category's one modern caution involves ivermectin's internet fame as a COVID remedy: the evidence never supported it, and the veterinary formulations some people resorted to are genuinely dangerous. For parasites, though, it remains exactly what it always was — essential medicine.

## Antiparasitic drug prices in Nigeria (October 2026)

As of October 2026, antiparasitic medicines in Nigeria cost between ₦600–₦16,800 per pack depending on the drug, brand, and pack size, with live online prices sampled from Nigerian pharmacies for 3 of the 4 medicines below. The table below compares each medicine's typical range.

| Medicine | Typical price range | Online (sampled) |
|---|---|---|
| Albendazole (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/albendazole/) | ₦600–₦5,000 | ~₦1,488 (tablets) |
| Ivermectin (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/ivermectin/) | ₦12,000 | ~₦12,000 |
| Mebendazole (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/mebendazole/) | ₦1,785–₦16,800 | ~₦4,738 (tablets) |
| Praziquantel (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/praziquantel/) | Price varies — check with a pharmacy | — |

Ranges span brands and pack sizes; online figures are medians sampled from Nigerian online pharmacies, latest October 2026. Open-market prices are often lower.

## All antiparasitic drug guides

- Albendazole (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/albendazole/): Benzimidazole anthelmintic; over the counter; WHO essential medicine
- Ivermectin (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/ivermectin/): Antiparasitic agent; over the counter; WHO essential medicine
- Mebendazole (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/mebendazole/): Benzimidazole anthelmintic; over the counter; WHO essential medicine
- Praziquantel (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/praziquantel/): Anthelmintic (antischistosomal); over the counter; WHO essential medicine

## Every registered brand, by medicine (October 2026 copy)

The NAFDAC Greenbook's complete brand list for each antiparasitic medicine — every registration holder and number, not just the well-known names.

- Albendazole brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/albendazole/brands/): 76 registrations
- Praziquantel brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/praziquantel/brands/): 7 registrations
- Mebendazole brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/mebendazole/brands/): 6 registrations

## Related on Ogbogwu

Conditions treated with antiparasitic drugs:

- Anaemia (Shortage of Blood) (https://ogbogwu.com/conditions/anaemia/)
- Intestinal Worms (https://ogbogwu.com/conditions/intestinal-worms/)

Guides:

- How to Verify if a Drug is NAFDAC-Approved: Step-by-Step Guide (https://ogbogwu.com/guides/nafdac-drug-verification/)
- How to Buy Medicines in Bulk in Nigeria (Safely) (https://ogbogwu.com/guides/how-to-buy-medicines-in-bulk-nigeria/)
- How to Register with NAFDAC as a Drug Dealer in Nigeria (2026 Guide) (https://ogbogwu.com/guides/nafdac-registration-drug-dealers/)

Related categories:

- Vitamins & Supplements (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/category/vitamins-supplements/)
- Digestive Health (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/category/digestive-health/)

## FAQs

### What antiparasitic medicines are available in Nigeria?

As of October 2026, Ogbogwu covers 4 antiparasitic medicines sold in Nigeria: Albendazole, Ivermectin, Mebendazole, Praziquantel. Each has a full guide covering NAFDAC-registered brands, typical prices, dosage, side effects, and how to verify the product you're buying is genuine.

### How much do antiparasitic drugs cost in Nigeria?

As of October 2026, antiparasitic medicines in Nigeria cost between ₦600–₦16,800 per pack depending on the drug, brand, and pack size, with live online prices sampled from Nigerian pharmacies for 3 of the 4 medicines below. The table below compares each medicine's typical range.

### How many antiparasitic products are NAFDAC-registered?

Our October 2026 copy of the NAFDAC Greenbook holds 93 antiparasitic products matched to the medicines on this page, from 65 manufacturers — 39 currently listed as active in the Greenbook (listings can lag renewals). Each drug's "All brands" page lists every registered product with its NAFDAC number, and you can verify any number free with our NAFDAC Checker. Always confirm the number on the pack matches the registry before buying.

Verify any NAFDAC number free (no login): https://ogbogwu.com/nafdac-checker/