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Tape Worm Tabs for Cats and Kittens

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Tape Worm Tabs for Cats and Kittens

This treatment applies to the following species:
Manufacturer: ProLabs

[praziquantel]

CAT

Tapeworm tablets for cats and kittens

For removal of tapeworms (Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis) from cats and kittens.

Each Tablet Contains 23 mg Praziquantel.

Description

Tape Worm Tabs® (praziquantel) tapeworm tablets for cats and kittens are sized for easy oral administration to either adult cats or kittens. The tablets may be given directly in the mouth or crumbled and mixed with the food. If given with food, mix the tablet(s) with a small amount of the animal’s usual ration. If all of the tablet(s) is/are not eaten, Tape Worm Tabs® tapeworm tablets may not remove all tapeworms.

USES: Tape Worm Tabs® (praziquantel) tapeworm tablets will remove the common tapeworms, Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis, from cats and kittens.

Directions For Use

Tapeworm infection is one of the most common internal parasite problems actually observed by cat owners. The presence of tapeworms is indicated by the presence of tapeworm segments passed with the feces. Tapeworm segments are white, pinkish-white or yellow-white and similar in size and shape to flattened grains of rice. The segments are most frequently observed lying on the animal’s droppings or, less often, moving across a freshly passed stool. Segments are also found on the hair around the anus of the animal, or occasionally on the animal’s bedding. Cats become infected with tapeworms after eating fleas or small rodents (rats, mice) which are infected with tapeworm larvae. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment and control of parasitism.

Dosage and Administration

Administer to cats and kittens* only as follows:

4 pounds and under

1/2 tablet

5-11 pounds

1 tablet

Over 11 pounds

1 1/2 tablets

*Not intended for use in kittens less than 6 weeks of age.

FASTING IS NEITHER NECESSARY NOR RECOMMENDED

RETREATMENT: Steps should be taken to control fleas and rodents on the premises in order to prevent reinfection; otherwise, retreatment will be necessary. This is especially true in cases of tapeworms transmitted by fleas (Dipylidium caninum) where reinfection is almost certain to occur if fleas are not removed from the animal and its environment. If reinfection occurs, tapeworm segments may be observed within one month of the initial treatment.

Side Effects

Isolated incidents of either salivation or diarrhea have been reported following treatment, but were considered non-significant. If these signs are observed and they persist, consult your veterinarian.

Warning

Consult your veterinarian before administering tablets to weak or debilitated animals.

Warning

Keep out of the reach of children. Not for human use.

Manufactured for: ProLabs® Ltd., PO Box 3103, St. Joseph, MO 64503

www.ProLabspets.com

Contents:

 

3 Tablets

08721451, R.4

NAC No.: 1386039.0

PROLABS LTD.
c/o Agri Laboratories, Ltd.

20927 STATE ROUTE K, P.O. BOX 3103 (64503), ST. JOSEPH, MO, 64505
Telephone:   800-367-6359
Order Desk:   800-542-8916
Fax:   816-233-9546
Website:   www.prolabspets.com
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