Morantel Tartrate
Also known as: Rumatel, Goat Care-2X
* **Purpose**: Used to treat and control common gastrointestinal roundworms in cattle, sheep, and goats. * **Administration**: Usually given as a medicated feed pellet or premix. Ensure the animal consumes the entire medicated ration. * **Safety**: Highly safe, even for pregnant animals. * **Withdrawal Times**: Follow label directions carefully regarding slaughter withdrawal times (e.g., 14 days for some cattle products). There is typically no milk withdrawal time at labeled doses, but always verify with your specific product. > **Important**: Provide fresh water at all times. Do not mix this medication in feeds containing bentonite.
Dosage must be set by your veterinarian for your specific pet. Never give human medication or another pet’s prescription without veterinary guidance.
What it is used for
- Susceptible parasites
- Susceptible parasites
- Susceptible parasites
- Susceptible parasites
- Susceptible parasites
- Susceptible parasites
How it is given
Possible side effects
- Increased respiratory rates (at high doses)
- Profuse sweating (at high doses)
- Ataxia (at high doses)
- Cholinergic effects (at high doses)
Cautions & contraindications
- No absolute contraindications
- Morantel is considered generally safe to use during pregnancy. Do not mix in feeds containing bentonite. Follow label directions for slaughter withdrawal times (e.g., 14 days for cattle).
Drug interactions
- Bentonite: Do not add to feeds containing bentonite.
- Levamisole: Similar mechanism of action and toxicity; not recommended for concurrent use.
- Pyrantel: Similar mechanism of action and toxicity; not recommended for concurrent use.
- Organophosphates: Observation for adverse effects should be intensified if used concomitantly.
- Diethylcarbamazine: Observation for adverse effects should be intensified if used concomitantly.
- Piperazine: Has antagonistic mechanism of action; do not use with morantel.
Frequently asked questions
What is Morantel Tartrate used for in pets?
* **Purpose**: Used to treat and control common gastrointestinal roundworms in cattle, sheep, and goats. * **Administration**: Usually given as a medicated feed pellet or premix. Ensure the animal consumes the entire medicated ration. * **Safety**: Highly safe, even for pregnant animals. * **Withdrawal Times**: Follow label directions carefully regarding slaughter withdrawal times (e.g., 14 days for some cattle products). There is typically no milk withdrawal time at labeled doses, but always verify with your specific product. > **Important**: Provide fresh water at all times. Do not mix this medication in feeds containing bentonite.
Is Morantel Tartrate safe for my pet?
Dosage must be set by your veterinarian for your specific pet. Never give human medication or another pet’s prescription without veterinary guidance.
This article is for general education and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. If your pet is unwell, please consult a veterinarian.
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