Pyrantel Pamoate
Also known as: Strongid T, Strongid Paste, Strongid C, Nemex, Nemex-2, Drontal, Drontal Plus, Heartgard Plus, Tri-Heart Plus, Virbantel, Reese's Pinworm, Pin-X
* **Shake liquid suspensions thoroughly** before drawing up the dose, as the medication settles at the bottom of the bottle. * Can be given directly by mouth or mixed into a small amount of food. You do not need to withhold food before or after giving this medication. * You may see intact, dead, or dying worms in your pet's stool within 24-48 hours after administration. This is normal and indicates the medication is working. * This medication is extremely safe, even for very young puppies and kittens. Side effects are very rare, though occasional vomiting may occur. * Follow your veterinarian's schedule for repeat dosing, as a single dose does not kill migrating larval stages of the parasites.
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
- For susceptible parasites
- For susceptible parasites
- For susceptible parasites using combination product with praziquantel (Drontal)
- Ascarids, Hookworms, Physaloptera
- For susceptible parasites
- Kittens
- For susceptible parasites
- For susceptible parasites
- For susceptible parasites
- Psittacines: In endemic areas, outdoor breeding birds and their offspring should be routinely dewormed for ascarids
- For intestinal nematodes
- To remove Ascaris suum or Oesophagostomum spp.
- For ascarids and nodular worms in potbellied pigs
How it is given
Possible side effects
- Emesis (rare, primarily in small animals)
Cautions & contraindications
- Severely debilitated animals
- Use with caution in severely debilitated animals. The drug is considered very safe for use during pregnancy (Class A in dogs/cats) and is safe to use in nursing veterinary patients.
Drug interactions
- Diethylcarbamazine: Increased risk for adverse effects
- Levamisole: Because of similar mechanisms of action (and toxicity), do not use concurrently
- Morantel: Because of similar mechanisms of action (and toxicity), do not use concurrently
- Organophosphates: Increased risk for adverse effects
- Piperazine: Pyrantel and piperazine have antagonistic mechanisms of action; do not use together
Frequently asked questions
What is Pyrantel Pamoate used for in pets?
* **Shake liquid suspensions thoroughly** before drawing up the dose, as the medication settles at the bottom of the bottle. * Can be given directly by mouth or mixed into a small amount of food. You do not need to withhold food before or after giving this medication. * You may see intact, dead, or dying worms in your pet's stool within 24-48 hours after administration. This is normal and indicates the medication is working. * This medication is extremely safe, even for very young puppies and kittens. Side effects are very rare, though occasional vomiting may occur. * Follow your veterinarian's schedule for repeat dosing, as a single dose does not kill migrating larval stages of the parasites.
Is Pyrantel Pamoate 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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