Method of combating cercariae, agents of transmission of bilharziasis, by means of amphoteric surfactants of the betaine or imidazoline type which can be included in toilet or household bars.

摘要

Method of controlling cercariae capable of transmitting bilharziasis comprises contacting the cercariae with at least one amphoteric surfactant of the betaine or imidazoline type. The surfactants inactivate the cercariae in water, inhibit their penetration through the skin and inhibit their development into adults in vivo.