VeterinaryAnthelmintics

Fenbendazole

Composition

Bolus: Each bolus contains Fenbendazole BP 250 mg.

Liquid: Each ml contains Fenbendazole BP 200 mg.

Description

Fenazol Vet contains fenbendazole, which binds to parasite microtubules and disrupts the energy metabolism of helminths, leading to immobilization and death.

Indications

Livestock:

Fenazol Vet is indicated for the treatment of roundworm, lungworm, and tapeworm infestations in sheep, goats, calves, cattle, and buffalo.
The formulation is additionally used for treating roundworms in horses.
It also provides effective treatment for roundworms and tapeworms in dogs and cats.

Poultry:

Fenazol Vet is indicated for the treatment of infestations caused by roundworms such as Ascaridia galli, Heterakis gallinarum, and Syngamus trachea.

Dosage & Administration

Route of Administration: For oral administration only.

Bolus:

Sheep & Goat: 1 bolus/animal (5 mg/kg body weight) as a single dose.
Cattle & Horse: 7.5 mg/kg body weight as a single dose.
Dog & Cat: 100 mg/kg body weight as a single dose.

Liquid:

Poultry: 1–5 ml/kg body weight as a single dose (or 1 ml/200 kg daily for 5 days).
Cattle: 1 ml/25 kg body weight as a single dose.
Horse: 1 ml/20–40 kg body weight as a single dose.
Dogs: 1 ml/2 kg body weight single dose (or 1 ml/10 kg daily for 5 days).

Or as directed by the registered veterinary physician.

Interaction

With medicine: Fenbendazole should not be given concurrently with the bromsalan flukicides; abortions in cattle and death in sheep have been reported after using these compounds together. With feed & others: No interaction was found with feed.

Contraindications

Fenbendazole should not be used within 14 days of liver fluke treatment and in animals less than 3 months of age.

Side Effects

Common side effects: Allergic response may be seen in cattle with heavy lungworm infection. Rare side effects: None reported.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Fenbendazole may be used during pregnancy, lactation, and lay. However, risk and necessity should be considered during administration in pregnant, lactating animals and lay.

Precautions & Warnings

Fenbendazole is generally well tolerated at usual doses. Hypersensitivity reactions may occur due to antigen release from dying parasites, particularly at high doses. Salivation, vomiting, and diarrhea may occur infrequently in dogs and cats. Pancytopenia has been reported in one dog.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a dry place. Protect from direct sunlight. Keep all medicines out of reach of children.

* Administer strictly as prescribed by a registered doctor or healthcare practitioner.
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