Does Drontal treat tapeworm?
Drontal® (praziquantel/ pyrantel pamoate) tablets will remove Tapeworms (Dipylidium caninum, Taenia taeniaeformis), Hookworms (Ancylostoma tubaeforme), and Large Roundworms (Toxocara cati) in cats and kittens. The presence of tapeworms is indicated by the observance of tapeworm segments passed in the cat’s feces.
Can you give Drontal to cats?
Drontal® for Cats is a broad spectrum dewormer that removes the common parasites in cats and kittens. These tablets will remove tapeworms, hookworms, and large roundworms. Come in scored tablets for easy breakage. Each tablet contains 18.2 mg of Praziquantel and 72.6 mg of Pyrantel Pamoate.
What dewormer do vets use for cats?
Drontal, a broad-spectrum dewormer that kills hookworms, tapeworms, and roundworms and is safe to use in adult cats and kittens that are one month old and weigh at least 1.5 pounds.
Is drontal a good Wormer?
Drontal is the ONLY effective all wormer. It is so much more costly to buy Drontal by the pill at the vets. I highly recommend Drontal to all animal rescue groups and buying the large bottle saves lots of money. Drontal is the de facto standard of dog and cat all wormers.
Does drontal have side effects?
Side effects are rare if the drug is given by mouth, but loss of appetite, drooling (in cats), vomiting, lethargy (lack of energy), and diarrhea are possible. Dead worms are not typically seen in feces after treatment.
How often can you treat a cat for tapeworms?
Preventing tapeworms in cats After six months, they can have this treatment every three months. Adult cats can have this preventative treatment every two to six months, depending on their needs. Always consult a vet first to ensure preventative treatment is right for them.
Can Drontal make my cat sick?
Side effects are rare if the drug is given by mouth, but loss of appetite, drooling (in cats), vomiting, lethargy (lack of energy), and diarrhea are possible.
What kind of worm does Drontal Cat treat?
Description. Drontal Cat worming tablets contain 20mg praziquantel and 230mg pyrantel embonate for the treatment of every type of intestinal worm commonly found in UK cats. Drontal Cat is effective against Toxocara cati, Toxascaris Leonina, Dipylidium caninum & Taenia taeniaeformis.
What kind of tablets can I give my Cat for tapeworms?
Drontal ® (praziquantel/pyrantel pamoate) tablets will remove Tapeworms (Dipylidium caninum, Taenia taeniaeformis), Hookworms (Ancylostoma tubaeforme), and Large Roundworms (Toxocara cati) in cats and kittens. The presence of tapeworms is indicated by the observance of tapeworm segments passed in the cat’s feces.
Are there any dewormer tablets for cats and kittens?
This page contains information on Drontal (praziquantel/pyrantel pamoate) Tablets for veterinary use. Drontal ® (praziquantel/pyrantel pamoate) Broad Spectrum Dewormer Tablets for Cats and Kittens are scored for easy breakage. Each tablet contains 18.2 mg praziquantel and 72.6 mg pyrantel base as pyrantel pamoate.
How often should I Worm my Dog with Drontal?
Should you need to specifically treat for Tapeworms, Droncit Tablets are licensed for use in both dogs and cats. In addition Droncit Spot-on, is available as an easy to use spot-on treatment for cats. How often should I worm my dog/cat with Drontal®? It is advised that an adult dog or cat should be treated for worms at least four times a year.