The medicine given for deworming in children in India is -

Correct option is B

Ans. (b) Albendazole
Explanation:
Deworming in children is an essential public health intervention under India's National Deworming Programme (NDD). Albendazole is the most commonly used deworming medicine for children.
Albendazole – The Standard Deworming Drug
· Albendazole is a broad-spectrum anthelmintic drug that kills intestinal parasites like: ✅ Roundworms (Ascaris lumbricoides) ✅ Hookworms (Ancylostoma duodenale, Necator americanus) ✅ Whipworms (Trichuris trichiura)
· Mechanism: It works by blocking glucose uptake in worms, causing energy depletion and death of the parasites.
· Dose for Children:
· 12-23 months: 200 mg Albendazole (half tablet)
· 2-19 years: 400 mg Albendazole (full tablet)
National Deworming Day (NDD):
· Started in 2015 by the Government of India.
· Observed twice a year (February & August) in schools and Anganwadi centers.
· Target group: Children aged 1-19 years to reduce worm infestations.
Why are the other options incorrect?
1. Paracetamol → (Incorrect Choice) ❌
· Used for fever and pain relief, not for deworming.
2. Azithromycin → (Incorrect Choice) ❌
· An antibiotic, used for bacterial infections (e.g., pneumonia, throat infections, diarrhea).
3. Acyclovir → (Incorrect Choice) ❌
· An antiviral drug, used for treating herpes infections.
Conclusion:
Since Albendazole is the standard deworming medicine in India, the correct answer is:
✅ (b) Albendazole.