What is the recommended medication for Trichuriasis (Whipworm)?

Mebendazole is the recommended medication for the treatment of Trichuriasis, a disease caused by the parasitic whipworm (Trichuris trichiura). Mebendazole works by interfering with the worm's ability to absorb glucose, leading to its eventual death. It is often favored for this type of infection due to its effectiveness and the fact that it specifically targets the intestinal parasites responsible for Trichuriasis.

While other medications, like albendazole, can also be effective against a variety of helminthic infections, they are not the first line for whipworm infection specifically. Ivermectin is primarily used to treat infections with certain other parasites, such as strongyloidiasis and onchocerciasis, and does not target whipworms. Metronidazole is an antimicrobial agent that is effective against anaerobic bacteria and protozoa, but it is not effective against helminths like Trichuris trichiura. Therefore, mebendazole is the most appropriate choice for treating Trichuriasis.