Drontal Plus Tablets for Dogs Parasite Control, 68 mg (dogs 26-60 lbs)

Broad Spectrum Deworming Tablets for Dogs

Product Description

Drontal Plus Taste Tabs are broad-spectrum chewable anthelmintic tablets for dogs formulated with praziquantel, pyrantel pamoate, and febantel. They are indicated for the removal of tapeworms, hookworms, roundworms, and whipworms. The scored tablets are designed for convenient oral administration and are palatable for most dogs. Fasting is not required before or after treatment.

Please note product may arrive in a Hardy Paw Pharmacy vial, manufacturer packaging is shown for reference.

Benefits

• Broad Spectrum Control: Removes tapeworms, hookworms, roundworms, and whipworms in dogs as labeled.
• Three Active Ingredients: Combines praziquantel, pyrantel pamoate, and febantel with independent modes of action.
• Single Dose Treatment: Administered as one oral dose based on body weight.
• High Palatability: Over 89 percent of dogs voluntarily consumed tablets in palatability studies.
• No Fasting Required: Feeding schedules do not need adjustment before or after administration.

Ingredients

Composition Table

How to Use

Recommended-Dosage Chart

Dosage & Administration Instructions

• Confirm Infection: Parasite presence should be verified through laboratory fecal examination before treatment.
• Weigh Accurately: Determine body weight prior to administration to ensure correct tablet dosing.
• Single Dose: Administer as a single oral treatment according to the labeled dosage chart.
• Flexible Administration: Offer by hand, directly by mouth, or in a small amount of food.
• No Fasting Needed: Fasting before or after treatment is neither necessary nor recommended.
• Veterinary Prescription: Federal law restricts use to licensed veterinarians or on their order.

Disclaimer: This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Pregnancy Warning: Do not use in pregnant animals due to the risk of fetal abnormalities.
• Minimum Age: Not for puppies under three weeks of age.
• Minimum Weight: Do not use in dogs weighing less than two pounds.
• Hygiene Measures: Follow strict hygiene precautions when handling dogs suspected of E. multilocularis infection.
• Fecal Disposal: Eggs may shed after treatment; feces should be incinerated, autoclaved, or disinfected properly.

Possible Side Effects

• Vomiting Episodes: Vomiting has been observed in some dogs during laboratory safety studies.
• Loose Stools: Watery or non-formed stools were reported in limited study cases.
• Bloody Stool: Rare cases of bloody or mucoid stool were documented in puppies.
• Elevated Liver Enzymes: Temporary elevations in certain liver enzymes occurred at higher doses.

Storage Information

• Temperature Limit: Store at or below 77°F or 25°C.
• Sealed Container: Keep unblistered whole or partial tablets in tightly sealed containers.
• Child Safety: Keep out of reach of children at all times.

Shipping & Return 

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Prescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.   

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What parasites does Drontal Plus treat in dogs?

Ans: Drontal Plus is indicated for the removal of tapeworms, including Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, Echinococcus granulosus, and Echinococcus multilocularis. It also removes hookworms, roundworms, and whipworms in dogs when administered as directed by a licensed veterinarian.

Q2: How is Drontal Plus administered to dogs?

Ans: Drontal Plus is given as a single oral dose based on body weight. Tablets may be offered by hand, administered directly by mouth, or mixed in a small amount of food. Fasting before or after treatment is not necessary or recommended.

Q3: Can Drontal Plus be used in pregnant dogs?

Ans: No, Drontal Plus should not be used in pregnant animals. Studies involving elevated doses of febantel and praziquantel in early pregnancy showed increased incidences of abortion and fetal abnormalities. The effects in pregnant animals have not been fully determined.

Q4: Is Drontal Plus effective against Echinococcus multilocularis?

Ans: Yes, Drontal Plus is indicated for the removal and control of Echinococcus multilocularis. Laboratory efficacy studies demonstrated the recommended dosage to be 100 percent effective. In endemic areas, retreatment every 21 to 26 days may be recommended.

Q5: Are there any known side effects of Drontal Plus?

Ans: In clinical field studies, no drug-related side effects were observed in treated dogs. Laboratory studies reported occasional vomiting, watery stool, or bloody or mucoid stool. High-dose safety evaluations showed mild gastrointestinal signs and temporary liver enzyme elevations.