VeterinaryAnthelmintics

Piperazine Citrate

Composition

Each gram powder contains Piperazine Citrate USP 1,000 mg.

Description

Peravet (piperazine citrate) is an anthelmintic indicated for the treatment of parasitic infestations in poultry and livestock. It is active against adult forms as well as developmental stages of susceptible nematodes. Peravet acts by inducing flaccid paralysis in the parasites, allowing them to be naturally expelled from the gastrointestinal tract via normal peristaltic movements.

Indications

Poultry:

Peravet is indicated for the treatment of roundworm infestations caused by *Ascaridia galli*, *Heterakis gallinarum*, and *Syngamus trachea*.

Livestock and Pets:

Peravet is also indicated for the treatment of roundworm infestations in cattle, buffalo, horses, sheep, goats, dogs, and cats.

Dosage & Administration

Route of Administration: For oral administration only.

Poultry: 1 g/L of drinking water.
Cattle, Buffalo & Horse: 1–2 g/10 kg body weight.
Sheep & Goat: 3–5 g/10 kg body weight.
Dog & Cat: 110–220 mg/kg body weight.

Or as directed by registered veterinary physician.

Interaction

Laxative: Concurrent use of piperazine & laxative may reduce the activity of piperazine. Pyrantel/morantel: Piperazine and pyrantel/morantel have antagonistic effects and should not be used together.

Contraindications

Contraindicated to birds/animals hypersensitive to Piperazine.

Side Effects

Common: diarrhoea, emesis, ataxia, and softening of the face. Uncommon: None reported.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnant animals: Peravet (Piperazine) is safe to use in pregnant animals. Lactating animals: None reported. However, the risk and necessity should be considered during administration of this medicine in pregnant animals.

Precautions & Warnings

Food and drinking water should be stopped for 12 hours after administration of the drug.

Storage Conditions

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

Withdrawal Period

Poultry — Meat: 2 days; Egg: 2 days. Livestock — Meat: 15 days; Milk: 1 day.

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