Safe-Guard (fenbendazole 10%) Paste (92 g)

Merck Animal Health SKU: 66958-MER

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Safe-Guard Dewormer Paste for Beef & Dairy Cattle

Protect your livestock with the powerful Safe-Guard (fenbendazole 10%) Dewormer Paste, designed for effective control of a wide range of internal parasites in beef and dairy cattle, as well as horses. This highly effective dewormer is formulated to combat lungworms, stomach worms, and intestinal worms, ensuring the health and productivity of your herd and horses. The easy-to-administer paste is safe for use in a variety of animals, including foals, pregnant mares, and older horses, and features a palatable apple-cinnamon flavor that horses readily accept.

Benefits of Safe-Guard Dewormer Paste for Cattle & Horses

  • Wide-Spectrum Parasite Control: Effective against large and small strongyles, pinworms, ascarids (roundworms), lungworms, stomach worms, and intestinal worms.
  • Safe for Various Animals: Suitable for foals, pregnant mares, older horses, beef and dairy cattle, making it a versatile option for your farm.
  • Easy Administration: The paste form allows for straightforward dosing with clear markings on the plunger rod, ensuring precise dosage according to the animal's weight.
  • Palatable Flavor: Features a unique apple-cinnamon flavor that horses readily accept, reducing the stress associated with deworming.
  • Flexible Dosage Options: Available in different dosages for various needs, including intensive treatment for specific stages of parasite development.

Directions for Use of Safe-Guard 92gm Paste Wormer

  • For Horses: Administer orally at a rate of 2.3 mg/lb (5 mg/kg) body weight for the control of large and small strongyles, and pinworms. Each mark on the plunger corresponds to a dose for 250 lbs of body weight.
  • For Foals & Weanlings: Administer at 4.6 mg/lb (10 mg/kg) body weight, especially where ascarids are a concern. Two marks on the plunger will treat 250 lbs.
  • For Cattle: Administer orally at a rate of 2.3 mg/lb (5 mg/kg) body weight. A 92 g tube treats cattle up to 4,000 lbs in weight.
  • Retreatment: Under conditions of continuous exposure to parasites, retreatment may be necessary after 4 to 6 weeks.

Dosage

Horses : Safe-Guard® Paste 10% is administered orally at a rate of 2.3 mg/lb. (5 mg/kg) for the control of large strongyles, small strongyles, and pinworms. Each mark on the plunger rod corresponds to a dose of 5 mg/kg (2.3 mg/lb.) for 250 lbs. body weight.

For foals and weanlings (less than 18 months of age) where ascarids are a common problem, the recommended dose is 4.6 mg/lb. (10 mg/kg) or two marks will deworm a 250 lb. horse.

For control of encysted early 3rd stage (hypobiotic), late 3rd stage and 4th stage cyathostome larvae and 4th stage larvae of Strongylus vulgaris, the recommended dose is 4.6 mg/lb. (10 mg/kg) daily for 5 consecutive days; administer two marks for each 250 Ibs. body weight per day.

Cattle : Safe-Guard® Paste 10% is administered orally at a rate of 2.3 mg/lb. (5 mg/kg) or 11.5 g Safe-Guard® (fenbendazole) Paste for 500 lb. body weight (227 kg). Under conditions of continuous exposure to parasites, retreatment may be needed after 4 – 6 weeks.

Important Safety Information

Do not use in horses intended for human consumption. When using SAFE-GUARD (fenbendazole) Paste 10% concomitantly with trichlorfon, refer to the manufacturer’s labels for use and cautions for trichlorfon.

INDICATION : SAFE-GUARD (fenbendazole) Paste 10% is indicated for the control of large strongyles (Strongylus edentatus, S. equinus, S. vulgaris), encysted early third stage (hypobiotic), late third stage and fourth stage cyathostome larvae, small strongyles, pinworms (Oxyuris equi), ascarids (Parascaris equorum), and arteritis caused by fourth stage larvae of Strongylus vulgaris in horses.

Active Ingredients

10% Fenbendazole

Storage Instructions of Horse and Cattle Dewormer Paste

  • Storage: Store at or below 25°C (77°F) in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and animals.

Warnings & Cautions

  • Do Not Use: In horses intended for human consumption. When using Safe-Guard (fenbendazole) Paste 10% with trichlorfon, refer to the manufacturer's label for use and cautions.
  • Caution: Ensure accurate dosing based on the animal's current body weight to avoid underdosing, which can lead to ineffective treatment and potential parasite resistance.
  • Consultation: Consult with a veterinarian before administering to ensure the proper dosage and treatment plan.

Safe-Guard Fendbendazole Paste Dewormer for Livestock - FAQs

1. What parasites does Safe-Guard Dewormer Paste control?

Safe-Guard Dewormer Paste controls large and small strongyles, pinworms, ascarids (roundworms), lungworms, stomach worms, and intestinal worms in cattle and horses.

2. How do I administer Safe-Guard Dewormer Paste to my animals?

Administer the paste orally, using the markings on the plunger rod to ensure accurate dosing based on the animal's weight. The paste can be easily applied directly into the animal's mouth.

3. Is this dewormer safe for pregnant mares?

Yes, Safe-Guard Dewormer Paste is safe for use in pregnant mares, as well as foals and older horses.

4. Can I use this paste for both cattle and horses?

Yes, Safe-Guard Dewormer Paste is formulated for use in both cattle and horses, making it a versatile solution for mixed livestock operations.

5. How often should I administer Safe-Guard Dewormer Paste?

Retreatment may be needed every 4 to 6 weeks under conditions of continuous exposure to parasites. Consult with your veterinarian for a customized deworming schedule.

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