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FENBENDAZOLE Oral Dewormer

FENBENDAZOLE

Standard Dose
Standard Therapeutic Dose: 2.3 mg/lb(5 mg/kg) of body weight. Intensive Care Dose: 4.6 mg/lb(10 mg/kg) for specific larval stages or young animals. Calibration Instructions: 1.Accurately assess the animal's weight prior to administration. 2. Remove the protective tip and rotate the dial ring to the zero position. 3. Advance the dial ring to the graduation corresponding to the measured weight. 4. Ensure the oral cavity is clear of food particles. 5. Administer the paste onto the back of the tongue by depressing the plunger firmly. Yield: One 25g syringe provides a complete dose for a 1,100 lb animal at the standard 5 mg/kg rate.
Max Dose
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Primary Use
Indicated for the clinical management of: Large Strongyles: (Strongylus edentatus, S.
Summary

Indications and usage Indicated for the clinical management of: Large Strongyles: (Strongylus edentatus, S. equinus, S. vulgaris).

Small Strongyles: Including various larval stages (encysted early 3rd stage, late 3rd stage, and 4th stage cyathostome larvae).

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Indicated for the clinical management of: Large Strongyles: (Strongylus edentatus, S. equinus, S. vulgaris). Small Strongyles: Including various larval stages (encysted early 3rd stage, late 3rd stage, and 4th stage cyathostome larvae). Ascarids / Roundworms: (Parascaris equorum). Pinworms: (Oxyuris equi). Dosage and administration Standard Therapeutic Dose: 2.3 mg/lb(5 mg/kg) of body weight. Intensive Care Dose: 4.6 mg/lb(10 mg/kg) for specific larval stages or young animals. Calibration Instructions: 1.Accurately assess the animal's weight prior to administration. 2. Remove the protective tip and rotate the dial ring to the zero position. 3. Advance the dial ring to the graduation corresponding to the measured weight. 4. Ensure the oral cavity is clear of food particles. 5. Administer the paste onto the back of the tongue by depressing the plunger firmly. Yield: One 25g syringe provides a complete dose for a 1,100 lb animal at the standard 5 mg/kg rate. Warnings and cautions Human Safety: NOT FOR USE IN HUMANS. · Food Safety: Do not use in animals intended for human consumption. · Animal Care: Safety in pregnant animals or breeding stallions at the 10 mg/kg dosage for 5 days has not been specifically evaluated. · Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment and control of parasitism. Resistance Management: Fecal examinations and diagnostic monitoring are recommended to maintain long-term efficacy and manage parasite resistance. Environmental & Storage Conditions: · Store at or below 25°C (77℉) in a temperature-controlled environment. · Keep the syringe tightly capped when not in use.

Monitoring

  • Human Safety: NOT FOR USE IN HUMANS.
  • · Food Safety: Do not use in animals intended for human consumption.
  • · Animal Care: Safety in pregnant animals or breeding stallions at the 10 mg/kg dosage for 5 days has not been specifically evaluated.
  • · Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment and control of parasitism.

Interaction Notes

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