Helminths quite often settle in the body of cats, so they must be systematically dewormed. Treatment should be carried out regularly, regardless of whether your pet is walking outside or not. Treatment for worms is carried out using effective anthelmintic drugs, one of which is Profender. This drug, produced in the form of drops, is able to fight various parasites, and there is no negative effect on furry animals. In this article we will tell you how to use Profender correctly.
Purpose
Profender drops are prescribed to pets to eliminate parasites at different stages of development:
- Toxascariasis.
- Toxocariasis.
- Tenidosis.
- Depilidiosis.
- Echinococcosis.
Profender is also used for the prevention of nematodes and cestodes.
Contraindications and side effects
You should not give the drug to your pet if it has not reached 8 weeks of age. For older kittens, the drug is harmless. It is also not recommended to use Profender for kittens weighing less than half a kilo.
Pregnant cats, lactating cats and all others are allowed to take the drug - Profender for cats does not cause side effects.
Individual intolerance to some components of Profender may cause redness of the skin, itching and drooling, but these symptoms go away on their own.
Description of how the drug works
The drug contains 2 main components that have a complex effect on parasites:
- Praziquantel is a substance obtained by combining pyrazinisoquinolines. It has a negative effect on gastrointestinal cestodes. Moreover, worms die at all stages of development. The main method of action is the depolarization of neuromuscular ganglion blockers. And therefore, cestodes soon experience muscle wasting, and soon paralysis occurs.
- Emodepside - this component is obtained artificially; emodepside belongs to the group of depsipeptides. Once the substance enters the body of parasites, it begins to actively stimulate latrophilin receptors. As a result, all helminths die within 3 hours from paralysis.
When can a veterinarian prescribe a drug to a pet?
Profender is used as an independent preventive or medicinal product in the fight against round and tape helminths that live in the cat’s body:
- Tohosara sati;
- Toxascaris leonina;
- Ancylostoma tubaeforme;
- Echinococcus multilocularis;
- Dipylidium caninum;
- Taenia taeniaeformis.
Profender is used for helminthic infestations caused by round and tapeworms
Contraindications and possible negative reactions
When prescribing an anthelmintic drug to a pet, the veterinarian must take into account the contraindications that are prescribed in the instructions for the drug. Thus, Profender is prohibited from being used when:
- kittens less than eight weeks old;
- increased sensitivity of the pet's body to the components of the drug.
Profender is contraindicated for use in kittens younger than eight weeks of age.
If you follow all the veterinarian's recommendations and instructions, no adverse reactions occur. This also applies to pregnant and lactating pets. In rare cases, if a cat is prone to allergic reactions, it may develop:
- increased salivation;
- swelling and redness of the skin;
- itching
These symptoms go away on their own and do not require drug intervention.
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Feedback from cat owners:
Christina: We used to constantly worm our cat Chrisya with Drontal. But this year my husband and I decided to change the anthelmintic drug, since drontal simply stopped fighting parasites. At the Chris veterinary clinic, a small examination was carried out and large cestodes were discovered. There were a lot of them, so our darling even had great difficulty going to the toilet. And sometimes blood came out along with the feces; this was not the most pleasant sight. The doctor prescribed Profender drops for us, we paid 495 rubles for them. The kit includes 2 tubes of medicine, we left the second tube for further prevention. The drops are easy to apply, and we did not notice any deterioration in Chrisy’s condition. After a week, the cat gained an appetite, and the worms were completely killed. Now they come out along with the feces. The length of some reaches approximately 5 centimeters, it is simply amazing how they have developed to such sizes. The product has shown itself to be excellent and I recommend it to everyone, not only for treatment, but also for preventive purposes.
Svetlana: My cat Max turned one year old last month, and parasites have already begun to attack him. I was actually amazed by the fact that this happened, since we don’t let the cat go outside at all. I used to have 2 cats, so I know that there is no way to do without an effective remedy. The saleswoman at the pharmacy told us that many people buy the drug Profender to fight helminths. After 2 days, I realized that the professional had completed his task, because in the tray I found a lump of worms that looked like noodles. It all looks disgusting, but now my cat will feel great. I recommend Profender drops to cat owners, it is an excellent anthelmintic!
Indications for use
"Profender" refers to anthelmintic drugs for cats. Accordingly, it is prescribed to destroy helminths and almost any cat parasites. The peculiarity of the drug is the method of its use, application to the withers . The fact is that tablets sometimes cause an allergic reaction; the use of drops reduces this risk to a minimum.
Did you know? Cestodes are one of the parasites in cats, they belong to tapeworms. These are the longest animals on Earth. Their length can reach 50 m.
Also used as prophylaxis against cestodes and nematodes.
Instructions for use of Profender drops
Cats are favorite pets for many people. Owners want to see their cats healthy and happy, so it is very important to monitor the health of the pet. This is not only a duty towards pets, but also an opportunity to protect yourself from infection with parasites. The Bayer company produces modern and effective anthelmintic drugs, Profender is one of them.
Reviews about the drug
The attitude towards this anthelmintic drug among cat owners is ambiguous. But most of all positive reviews. People note that the drug is easy to use and is well tolerated by the cat. After just a few days, you can notice an improvement in the animal’s health: it develops an appetite and becomes active.
But there are also negative reviews about the drug “Profender” for cats. The instructions for use do not indicate the price, and this is important for many. Some cat owners doubt whether it is worth giving that kind of money, because they are not sure that the drug will work. And the drops cost about 450 rubles. In addition, many people do not like the strong smell that lingers on the cat’s fur for some time.
Release form
The medicine is available in the form of drops in plastic pipettes. The date of manufacture is very conveniently indicated on each of them. It contains 2 main substances: praziquantel and emodepside, which paralyze parasites and destroy them.
Photo profender for cats can be easily recognized in a pharmacy by the image of a cat on the box.
Benefits of using the drug
Most anthelmintics are available in tablet form, and many cats simply refuse to take pills or are contraindicated for them. The drug "Profender" can be used in all groups of cats, including small kittens, weakened by disease and older individuals.
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The popularity of drops is due not only to the release form. Means :
- the minimum prohibitions on use are different;
- tolerated by animals without any problems (mostly);
- applied to the withers area, which makes it easier to use;
- continues to work for a month after treatment;
- destroys not only adult worms, but also eggs and larvae.
Features of using drops
Profender drops are applied to the skin in the withers area. To do this, you need to remove the cap from the pipette and pierce the protective film from the pipette nose. The application site should be inaccessible for licking.
Profender drops are applied pointwise to the withers area
If we are talking about deworming a large cat, then the drug must be applied not in one place, but in several. The drug will be completely absorbed after 2 hours (after this the cat can be washed). The drug should not be applied to wet skin. It is important to follow the recommended treatment regimen and choose the right dosage.
Table: dosage selection
How many treatments are needed
The frequency of use of drops depends on the purpose of their use:
- if the cat has worms, then a one-time application is needed;
- if Profender is used for prevention, then the procedure must be repeated every quarter.
A single use is indicated in the manufacturer's instructions, but some veterinarians recommend repeating deworming 2 weeks after the first application. When used prophylactically, you must adhere to the recommended regimen. If you miss the next use of the drug, it is advisable to resume using the anthelmintic immediately and at the same dose.
Some veterinarians recommend repeating the treatment of a cat with Profender for therapeutic purposes, but making such a decision without consulting a specialist is extremely unwise
Can Profender be used in pregnant cats and kittens?
Pregnant cats are treated with drops according to the general rules (observing the same dosage), but this must be done with caution.
A couple of years ago they brought me a kitten that was found on the street. As a true cat lady, I immediately began to adapt the baby. At that time, my older cat was pregnant. I treat all my “choices” for worms, and this black red-eyed cat is no exception. Of course, all the animals had to be dewormed at once. I was afraid of harming the expectant mother, so I first consulted with a veterinarian. We are lucky, our veterinarian remembers all his constant “tails”. The next day he called back and inquired about the condition of the pregnant cat. She tolerated the treatment well.
Kittens can only be treated with Profender from 2 months. Moreover, their weight must be at least 500 grams.
You can weigh the kitten by placing it in a bag. First you need to weigh the bag, and then subtract this weight from the total mass. If you have a bathroom scale, you can use a box (that can be closed) instead of a bag.
Personal safety measures when in contact with the drug
The cat owner must follow general rules of personal hygiene and safety measures:
- Smoking, drinking and eating are not allowed during work;
- After finishing work, wash your hands thoroughly with warm water and soap;
- Do not pet or allow the animal near small children for 24 hours after treatment;
- if the medicine comes into contact with the skin or mucous membranes of the eyes, they must be rinsed with plenty of water;
- people allergic to the components of the drug should avoid direct contact with the drug Profender;
- If an allergy occurs or if the drug accidentally enters the human body, you must immediately contact a medical facility (bring with you the instructions for use of the drug or the label).
People allergic to the components of Profender are advised to use personal protective equipment
Dosage
The dose of the drug primarily depends on weight:
- Kittens weighing up to 3 kg - 0.35 ml.
- Pets weighing 3-5 kg – 0.7 ml.
- Profender for cats from 5 kg - 1.3 ml.
Prophylaxis should be carried out every three months.
special instructions
Despite the safety of the product, it is better to consult a specialist before using it, especially if the animal has serious health problems. But even for a healthy cat, it is very important to accurately follow the dosage of the drug.
It must be remembered that in the first few days after applying the drops, you should not bathe the animal. On the first day, it is not recommended to even pick up the cat or stroke it. It is especially important to protect young children from communicating with your pet. If the drug gets on their skin, it could be dangerous to their health. To ensure that treatment of your pet does not cause problems for family members, it is very important to carefully study the instructions for use of Profender for cats.
