Metabolic effects of anthelminthic drugs in the larval stage of the cestode Taenia crassiceps, cysticercosis experimental model – A review

•Tubulin polymerization impairment is an important mode of action of benzimidazole derivatives.•Benzimidazole derivatives impair energetic generation pathways in Taenia crassiceps.•Praziquantel impact on calcium channels lead to morphological changes.•Praziquantel present a negative effect on nutrients uptake inducing alternative pathways.•Nitazoxanide induces metabolic acidosis and increase in protein catabolism and fatty acids oxidation of the parasite.