Product Description
| Species | Dogs, cats. |
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| Composition | 1 tablet of Azinox contains praziquantel (as an active ingredient) – 50 mg, as well as excipients. The mechanism of praziquantel action (a component of the drug) includes broad-spectrum antihelmintic effect on all development phases of tapeworms parasitizing dogs and cats, induces paralysis and death of a worm. Praziquantel absorbs into gastrointestinal tract. Peak plasma concentration is achieved in 30-60 min. |
| Indications | For treatment and prevention of canine and feline echinococcosis, teniasis, dipylidiasis, diphyllobothriasis, mesocestoidosis. |
| Dosage and method of administration | Azinox for dogs and cats is intended for individual oral administration in a single dose with small amount of feed during a morning feeding or forced administration (1 tablet per 10 kg of body weight). If canine/feline body weight is less than 5 kg, use aqueous suspension of the drug. To prepare it disperse 1 tablet, suspend it in 10 ml of water, actively shake and administer immediately with a syringe without a needle (1 ml of suspension per 1 kg of body weight). Previous starvation diet and cathartics administration are not necessary before animal deworming. Treatment: according to indications. Prevention: quaterly, in therapeutic dose. |
| Contraindications | Do not use in puppies and kittens under 3 weeks old. Idiosyncrasy. |
| Warning | Stop drug administration in case of increased sensitivity to praziquantel and allergic reactions. |
| Release form | Plain white tablets with a scoreline on one side and logo (a cross in the center of shield) on another. 6 tablets in blister pack. Outer (secondary) package – carton. |
| Storage conditions | Store Azinox for dogs and cats in closed original package. Protect from light and moisture. Store separately from food and animal feeding at 0-25°С. Keep out of the reach of children and animals. |
| Shelf life | 3 years from the date of production. |
Azinox