parasiticidal

/ˌpɛrəsɪtɪˈsaɪdəl/
adjective
  1. Killing or destroying parasites.
    • The new drug has strong parasiticidal effects against intestinal worms.
    • Some plants produce parasiticidal compounds to protect themselves from insects.
    • The vet prescribed a parasiticidal shampoo for the dog's fleas.
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