Larva migrans cutanea

Albendazole, a benzimidazole derivative closely related to mebendazole (qv), is used in the treatment of helminth infections, such as gastrointestinal roundworms, hydatid disease, neurocysticercosis, larva migrans cutanea, and strongyloidiasis (1). Provided that an adequate concentration is attained within the cyst, it is scolicidal. In high doses given for prolonged periods or cyclically, it is... 

Albanese G, Venturi C, Galbiati G. Treatment of larva migrans cutanea (creeping eruption) a comparison between albendazole and traditional therapy. Int J Dermatol 2001 40(1) 67-71. 

---