👉 Anthelminthic is a type of antibiotic used to treat and prevent the spread of infection. It is primarily used in medicine for treating worms such as roundworms, tapeworms, and other parasites that can cause serious health problems. Anthelminthic drugs are known for their broad-spectrum action on a wide range of infections, including those caused by Plasmodium falciparum, which is the main cause of malaria.