Under the National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP), which of the following is the drug used for mass drug administration (MDA) in lymphatic filariasis elimination programme in India?

• A Ivermectin alone
• B Praziquantel
• C Chloroquine + Primaquine
• D Diethylcarbamazine (DEC) + Albendazole ✓

Explanation

The mass drug administration for lymphatic filariasis elimination in India uses a combination of Diethylcarbamazine (DEC) and Albendazole, given once yearly to the entire population in endemic areas. This combination kills microfilariae and reduces transmission. Ivermectin is used in some other countries but not in India. Chloroquine and praziquantel are used for other diseases.

Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.

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