Visceral leishmaniasis -: (A) Caused by L.tropica, (B) Post-leishmaniasis dermatitis is common, (C) Antimonials are useful drugs, (D) Diagnosed by blood smear
Answer is C. sodium stiboglucnate given intravenously It is a pentavalent antimonial compound Antimony resistance has become a serious problem ( refer pgno: 42 baveja 3 rd edition )