Instructions for use of Milbemax for kittens

Instructions for use

Milbemax is used for cats of all ages, when treating them for helminths, as well as for preventive purposes. The dosage of the drug is determined depending on the physical weight of the pet. The minimum dose is 2 milligrams of milbemycin oxime and 5 milligrams of praziquantel - this corresponds to one kilogram of the cat's weight. Based on this, the conclusion suggests itself that the medicine is used to treat kittens when they reach a weight of 500 grams. As reviews from people who have used the drug show, treatment always leads to the desired result.

Preventive measures

For the prevention of helminths, Milbemax is used once per quarter, as well as unscheduled: 15 days before vaccination or mating. The drug can be used for preventive purposes for kittens older than one and a half months, at the end of pregnancy, as well as for lactating cats, but after 20 days after lambing. In addition, it is mandatory to carry out deworming before vaccination and mating.

Treatment with Milbemax

For effective treatment, you need to “feed” the animal with Milbemax tablets. For this purpose, it is recommended to refrain from feeding the cat for five hours. Then you need to choose the product that is best eaten by him.

Next, you need to determine the kitten’s weight and crush the tablet into powder. Mix the resulting powder with food and give it to the cat. You can also place the tablet on the base of the cat's tongue and, holding its mouth, stroke its neck. By stroking, the swallowing reflex is triggered, causing the animal to swallow Milbemax.

Small kittens and weakened adult cats should be treated with a medical syringe. But first, the medicine must be thoroughly crushed and mixed with water. Then the suspension is filled into a syringe and injected into the mouth of a cat or kitten. It is much better if the dose of the drug and the duration of the course of treatment are determined by a veterinarian. But, if there is no veterinarian, then you need to calculate the daily doses yourself.

Dosage

• 0.5 – 1 kg – half a pink tablet;
• 1-2 kg – one pink tablet;
• 2-4 kg – half a red tablet;
• 4-8 kg – one red tablet;
• 8-12 kg – one and a half red tablets.

Using the drug strictly according to the instructions, according to people's reviews, does not lead to negative side effects. Very rarely, cats have individual intolerance to the active substances of the drug that cause allergies. In such cases, it is necessary to stop giving the medicine and seek the help of a veterinary specialist.

The drug should not be used for kittens under one and a half months of age and should not be given to cats in the first half of pregnancy. It is also prohibited to be used on animals that are sick or undergoing the process of recovery from illness. The use of the medicine for cats that have been diagnosed with diseases and disorders of the kidneys or liver is completely prohibited. According to numerous reviews, Milbemax is the most effective medicine against helminths.

Course of treatment and step-by-step instructions for use

As a preventive measure for cats starting from 6 weeks of age. The frequency of treatment is once a quarter , as well as a week before vaccination or mating. For treatment , the medicine is given once during a meal or immediately after it.

Before using Milbemax, you must consult your veterinarian.

It is worth noting that there is no need to keep the cat on a starvation diet before use. Also, do not give your cat medications with a laxative effect.

If there is a need for prevention or treatment of a pregnant cat , then you should know that Milbemax can be given only in the last third of pregnancy. It can also be given to lactating cats 3-4 weeks after birth, but only with the permission of a veterinarian.

Step-by-step instruction

It is very important to ensure that the animal completely swallows the prescribed dose of medicine. As a rule, the medicine is given with food, but it is not always possible to trick the cat by mixing the tablet into its favorite food. Some animals recognize the medicine and refuse to eat it, in which case the drug must be given forcibly.

1. Place the cat on your lap so that its back rests against your stomach. In this position, it will be more difficult for the animal to resist.
2. With one hand, you need to lift the cat's muzzle and gently unclench the jaw with your thumb and forefinger, inserting them in the area of ​​​​the back teeth.
3. Then you need to place the tablet on the back of the tongue and gently close the animal's jaw until it swallows the tablet. You can lightly stroke your throat with your hand to strengthen the swallowing reflex.
4. Next treatment in 3 months.

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Indications for use of the drug

Milbemax tablets are intended for the treatment and prevention of gastrointestinal parasites in dogs, including:

• roundworm;
• nematodes;
• whipworms;
• cystodes;
• tapeworms.

If preventive deworming has not been carried out since the birth of your pet, then you need to pay attention to the characteristic signs of a dog being infected with parasites. Constant diarrhea and the appearance of a bloated tummy should alert you (this sign is especially typical for small puppies infected with roundworms from their mother)

Dogs infected with helminths become lethargic, lose appetite and weight.

A healthy pet must have shiny, thick fur. If nematodes are present, a rash appears on the animal’s skin, and the fur begins to fade and fall out.

But the most obvious sign of parasite infection is constant itching in the anal area (the dog constantly rubs its butt on the ground) and the presence of white ribbons or larvae in the feces. Ignoring such obvious symptoms can lead to severe damage to the animal's internal organs and even death. In addition, parasites can be dangerous to humans.

Prices for the drug Milbemax

The price of Milbemax for adult cats is 190 UAH.

Anthelmintic for kittens costs 150 UAH.

for adult cats costs 450 rubles (buy at Zoopassage).

for kittens – 290 rubles (buy at Zoopassage).

Analogues of the drug

IMPORTANT! Analogue drugs have different doses of active ingredients and release forms!

Ugh, what disgusting!

- Well, my kitty is a pet, she can’t have these creatures!

Fragments or whole worms may be present in the feces or on the fur around the anus. The animal “rides” on its butt. The general condition worsens, the appetite changes, and hair loss is observed. There may be alternating diarrhea and constipation, vomiting. Symptoms of worm infestation are often similar to those of other diseases, so you should consult a veterinarian for an accurate diagnosis.

If you suspect worms, you can submit a stool sample for analysis. It must be delivered to the laboratory no later than 12 hours after defecation in a glass or plastic jar and stored in the refrigerator until examination. But a single negative test result does not 100% exclude the presence of helminths, since they or their eggs may not get into the sample you took.

Instructions for use of Milbemax tablets

The drug is used for the prevention and treatment of the following helminthiases:

• toxocariasis;
• hookworm;
• taeniasis;
• echinococcosis;
• Dipylidiasis.

The advantage of Milbemax tablets is that there is no need to go on a fasting diet before using them.

How to give anthelmintic for cats in tablet form

According to the instructions for use, this anthelmintic for cats should be given once during morning feeding. To do this, crush the tablet and mix it thoroughly with pate, minced meat or other food familiar to your pet.

If an animal refuses to swallow tablets on its own, you need to know how to forcefully give them.

There is a specific scheme for this:

• take the cat on your lap, fixing the limbs;
• raise the muzzle and open the mouth, pressing the fingers of your free hand on the toothless edge of the lower jaw;
• place the medicine on the root of the tongue;
• close your mouth, leaving your jaw pointing upward;
• Gently stroke the front of the neck to speed up the act of swallowing.

How does the product work?

Dissolving and being absorbed from the intestines into the blood, deworming tablets in cats begin to act within an hour after feeding. The half-life and excretion from the body in urine and feces ranges from 3 to 13 hours.

During this time, the molecules of the active substances increase the permeability of the cell membranes of parasites to chlorine and calcium ions, causing disruption of the functioning of nerve and muscle cells, paralysis and death. In parallel with this, the destruction of the outer cover occurs, which during life resisted the effects of intestinal enzymes, ensuring the viability of the worms.

The tablets have a gentle effect on the cat’s body, without causing addiction or disrupting the embryonic development of fetuses in pregnant females.

How often to give Milbemax

When wondering how often to give a cat anthelmintic drugs, you should not think that pets that do not leave their apartments are not at risk of infection. Helminth eggs enter the room with people's shoes and clothes, plants and household items. Worm larvae can enter the cat's body with fleas, raw meat or fish.

Therefore, processing must be carried out once a quarter.

Feeding Milbemax before vaccination

Cats must be dewormed 14 days before vaccination. Milbemax is ideal for this purpose, as it is approved for use in kittens from six weeks, while the first vaccination is carried out at 8 weeks.

Dosage by weight

Pink tablets “Milbemax for kittens” begin to be given after the babies gain a weight of at least 0.5 kg.

Dosage by weight is:

• from 0.5 to 1 kg - 0.5 pink tablet;
• from 1 to 2 kg - 1 pink tablet.

For convenience, tablets for adult cats are coated with a red coating. Their dosage is:

• from 2 to 4 kg - 0.5 tablets;
• from 4 to 8 kg - 1 whole tablet;
• over 8 kg - 1.5 red tablets.

If in doubt about the choice of dose, it is better to consult a veterinarian.

Drug overdose

In case of an overdose of Milbemax, the animal may experience involuntary twitching of the muscles of the limbs and torso. These phenomena do not require medical intervention, as they resolve on their own within a day.

Side effects

As a side effect, some cats may have an allergic reaction to the components included in the medicine.

Feeding tablets to pregnant cats

Due to the safety of Milbemax for fetuses, it is advisable to feed it to pregnant cats 20 days before birth. This will prevent intrauterine infection of kittens with helminths. You can also use the medicine 14 days after lambing during the period of feeding the offspring.

Contraindications to the use of Milbemax

The medicine Mibelmax should not be fed to:

• kittens whose age is less than 6 months;
• animals that have not reached a weight of 0.5 kg;
• females in the first six weeks of pregnancy;
• cats suffering from infectious diseases;
• exhausted animals;
• pets suffering from liver and kidney pathologies.

If your cat develops itching, watery eyes, skin redness, rashes or other signs of allergic reactions after using the medicine, you should contact a veterinarian who will prescribe another anthelmintic drug.

Analogues of Milbemax

If it is impossible to purchase the drug Milbemax, then it can be replaced with worthy analogues - Drontal and Milprazone.

• Drontal is a high-quality anthelmintic drug that is based on such active ingredients as pyrantel and praziquantel. Available in the form of a white tablet with a yellowish break in the middle. There are no side effects, with the exception of hypersensitivity to the components. The average cost of the drug is 270 rubles.
• Milprazone is a drug in which, like Milbemax, the main components are praziquantel and milbemycin oxime. Available in two types: red-brown tablets for adult cats and yellow-brown tablets for kittens. The action, use and contraindications of the drug are completely similar to Milbemax. Price: 230-350 rubles.

Do not forget that Milbemax, like all medicines, has its own expiration date. The drug can be stored for 3 years from the date of production and only 6 months from the moment the package is opened. And only if the storage conditions are met:

• Store the drug separately from food .
• Storage temperature from 5°C to 25°C .
• The unused half of the tablet can be placed back into the blister (up to 6 months) and used for the next parasite treatment.

Milbemax is an excellent broad-spectrum drug, which, according to veterinarians, is excellent protection for your pet from helminths and all the consequences of their effects on the cat’s body. Do not forget that timely administration of medication will guarantee the absence of parasites in your pet’s body.

Side effects and the likelihood of their development

The manufacturer reports that side effects are extremely rare and are usually associated with individual intolerance to some of the components of the drug:

• Oppression and apathy.
• A sharp increase in salivation. The saliva is foamy and viscous, hanging in icicles from the animal’s mouth.
• It is possible to develop a “drunk” or wooden gait.
• Sometimes there is severe trembling.
• In the most severe cases - partial or complete paralysis of the limbs.

In all these cases, the medication should be stopped immediately and a veterinarian should be called. The animal is given as much clean drinking water as possible.

Features of storing medicine

The presented product should be stored in a dark place, the temperature of which is from 5 to 25. Avoid freezing and exposure to sunlight.

The shelf life of the tablets is 24 months. But after the integrity of the packaging is damaged, they can only be used for six months.

The tablets can be prepared accordingly before giving. This is required, however, infrequently. We have already written that flavorings, which are an important component of the medicine, make it attractive to animals. In any case, if for some reason the pet stubbornly does not want to eat the drug, proceed as follows:

• First, the tablet, placed in a porcelain cup, is crushed to a powdery state.
• After this, it is diluted with such a volume of water that a semi-liquid, homogeneous mixture is formed.
• The resulting composition is poured into the cat’s throat using a regular syringe.

Prescribing Milbemax before vaccination

Unfortunately, many breeders forget that before vaccination the animal must be treated against worms. This is due to the fact that parasitic organisms secrete a huge amount of substances that can disrupt the formation of normal immunity. Accordingly, in this case, the effect of the vaccine will be either greatly reduced or completely distorted. In the latter case, there is a possibility of developing autoimmune pathologies.

To avoid such unpleasant and dangerous consequences, ten days before the expected date of vaccination, the cat is given Milbemax. In addition, before vaccination, we recommend checking the effectiveness of the antiparasitic agent by conducting a microscopic analysis of the stool. If worm eggs are found in them, the procedure must be repeated.

Analogs

• Of the tablet anthelmintics, Profender can be distinguished.
• For puppies, there is a medicine in the form of a paste - Dirofen.
• You can also try suspensions - febtal combo, prazicide.

In addition to medications, there are folk remedies for parasites. However, do not rush to give up all medications and poison the animal with unknown herbs. Before treatment with traditional medicine, carefully read the properties of certain plants, whether they will be harmful, whether they will cause allergies, etc.

What you can give to your pet:

• Carrot. Yes, yes, the most common and widely consumed product. When the carrot pieces pass through the intestinal wall, they remove the wall bugs. You can add it to porridge or give it just like that.
• Hulled pumpkin seeds in small quantities. Pumpkin seeds are not only effective anti-parasitic prevention, but also a good source of vitamins. The main thing is not to overdo it with the quantity, as too many seeds will be harmful.

You cannot give:

It is highly undesirable to give garlic to dogs. Contrary to popular belief, it is ineffective against reptiles in the animal’s body. Instead, garlic can cause serious complications such as gastritis. There are different variations of pseudo-medicine that will only harm the dog. Some people suggest giving your animal vodka against parasites (even a puppy!).

Pharmacological properties of Milbemax for dogs

Milbemycin oxime and praziquantel have a synergistic effect and together have a broad spectrum effect on larvae and mature nematodes and cestodes. Milbemycin oxime, which belongs to the group of macrocyclic lactones that are released during the enzymatic activity of Streptomyces hygroscopkus var. aureolacrimosus, actively suppresses nematode larvae and adults, as well as nematode larvae Dirofilaria immitis.

The mechanism of action of milbemycin oxime is as follows: an increase in the permeability of chloride ions (CI) through cell membranes causes overpolarization of the membranes of nerve and muscle tissue cells and, ultimately, paralysis and death of the parasite.

In the animal's blood plasma, the maximum concentration of milbemycin oxime is achieved within 2 to 4 hours after taking the drug. Milbemycin oxime is excreted unchanged from the dog's body.

Praziquantel, an acylated pyrazine isoquinoline derivative, inhibits cestodes and nematodes.

The mechanism of action of praziquantel is as follows: an increase in the permeability of calcium ions (Ca2+) through the cell membranes of the parasite causes membrane depolarization, muscle contraction, destruction of the tegument and ultimately the death of the parasite. In the animal's blood plasma, the maximum concentration of praziquantel is achieved within 1 to 4 hours after taking the drug.

Praziquantel undergoes rapid and complete biotransformation in the liver. Praziquantel is excreted from the dog's body within 2 days in the urine. Milbemax in recommended doses are classified as moderately dangerous substances in terms of the degree of impact on the body of warm-blooded animals and do not have a sensitizing, embryotoxic, or teratogenic effect. Well tolerated by dogs of different breeds and ages.

FAQ

The questions are answered by a veterinarian, one of our authors - Elena Starodubova.
Milbemax is safe if used according to the instructions. It should not be administered to animals weighing less than 0.5 kg. (dogs can reach 2 weeks, kittens from 6 weeks).

Milbemax can harm a pet if its kidneys and liver function are impaired, as well as in case of individual intolerance to the components of the drug (active ingredients: milbemycin oxime and praziquantel), especially for bobtail, collie and sheltie breeds (they often have increased sensitivity to macrocyclic lactones , which is milbemycin oxime).

Milbemax is active against nematodes and cestodes (round and flatworms), and drontal, in addition to activity against nematodes and cestodes, also acts on the simplest organisms - Giardia (giardiasis is a fairly common infection that is contagious to humans).

Milprazone is an analogue of Milbemax, containing the same active ingredients in the same quantities.

If the animal is healthy and deworming is carried out for prevention, then the tablet can be given a week before vaccination. It is worth treating fleas 4 - 5 days before deworming.

If treatment for worms is carried out for therapeutic purposes, it is necessary to give the drug twice with an interval of 7 days, and vaccinate at least 2 weeks after the last tablet, when the dog is completely healthy.

Milbemax tablets instructions for use

The drug is used for animals of all ages and breeds, its dosage depends on their weight. Per 1 kg there should be 2 mg of milbemycin oxime and 5 mg of praziquantel. From this dosage it is easy to conclude that the whole tablet can only be given to kittens that have reached a weight of 1.5 kg.

Before use, the animal does not need to be put on a diet or its diet limited.

Usually the medicine is given during the morning feeding, it is best to put it in a piece of food. If your cat is so sensitive that she refuses to take the pill, you will have to resort to force-feeding. To do this, it is better to fix the animal on its knees and put the medicine under the root of its tongue.

The dosage is as follows:

• kittens weighing 0.5-1 kg should be given half a pink tablet;
• if your small pet weighs 1-2 kg, then he is entitled to one pink pill.

For adult cats, the dosage is as follows:

• 2-4 kg – half a tablet;
• 4-8 kg – one whole tablet;
• 8-12 kg – 1.5 tablets.

Important! If the animal weighs less than half a kilogram and its age is less than six months, then the drug cannot be used. The medicine is used once, but on the recommendation of a veterinarian it can be used once a quarter

The medicine is used once, but on the recommendation of a veterinarian it can be used once a quarter.

Where to buy and price of Milbemax

You can purchase this drug at almost any veterinary pharmacy or order it online on websites selling veterinary drugs. The average cost of one package of Milbemax for large cats is 490 rubles . Buying tablets for kittens and small cats will be cheaper - the price varies between 300-350 rubles .

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When is the drug prescribed?

The drug is used for preventive purposes and to remove existing parasites. According to the manufacturer's instructions, it is effective against two common types of helminths:

1. Nematodes. They affect the gastrointestinal tract and liver. The infected animal loses its appetite and coughs. With extensive damage, bloody vomiting and diarrhea occur.
2. Cestodes. They affect the intestines and damage the mucous membranes. Causes digestive disorders, vomiting, loss of appetite. They can grow up to 1.5 m in length, which is why without treatment they often lead to intestinal blockage.

One of the active substances of the drug also destroys less common trematodes - parasites that attack the pancreas, gallbladder, lungs and liver of the animal. Symptoms include indigestion, vomiting, cough, fever. In this case, the drug is used only on the recommendation of a specialist.

The product destroys both adult parasites and their eggs, so in the vast majority of cases only one dose is required.

The drug can be given to kittens after six months.

For preventive purposes, it is given every 3 months, 2 weeks before vaccinations and before mating.

If necessary, you can use analogues of the product: “Pratel”, “Prasimek-D”, “Drontal”, “Profender”

Please note that the rules for using each of these medications have their own characteristics.

In what forms is the drug available and dosage?

Pharmacology produces Milbemax, which is packaged in 2 pieces in a blister. There are 2 forms of the drug: for puppies, which contain 25 mg of praziquantel and 2.5 mg of milbemycin oxine. For an adult, containing 125 mg of praziquantel and 12.5 mg of milbemycin oxine. To ensure that owners do not confuse the shape, manufacturers have imprinted the letters CCA on the adult dosage tablets; this medicine has a round shape, and on the children’s dosage there is the abbreviation AA, and this medicine is oval in shape.

The dosage of tablets differs not only from the age of the dog, but also from its size. For small breeds, you need to take a puppy dewormer. Puppies and small breeds are used for:

• From 1/2 kg to 1 kg - give 1/2 tablet.
• From 1 kg to 5 kg – 1 tablet.
• From 5 kg to 10 kg – 2 tablets.

If the dog weighs more than 10 kg, then you need to give a dosage designed for large breeds:

• From 10 to 25 kg, 1 tablet is given.
• From 25 to 50 kg – 2 pieces.
• From 50 to 70 kg – 3 pieces.

Dosage:

Pregnant and lactating bitches should use Milbemax under the supervision of a veterinarian. Before deworming, a preliminary starvation diet and the use of laxatives are not required. To deworm animals with infestation caused by Angiostrongylus vasorum, Milbemax is used in the same dose four times with an interval of 7 days.

In regions unfavorable for dirofilariasis, Milbemax is used for prevention during the warm period of the year (spring, summer, autumn) according to the following scheme: first once before the start of the season of mosquitoes and mosquitoes, which are carriers of the pathogen D. immitis, then once a month and last once a season after the end of the mosquito and mosquito season after 1 month.

Before the deworming procedure, it is necessary to conduct an examination at a veterinary clinic to exclude the presence of microfilariae in the dog’s blood.

Main contraindications

Some animals have an allergic reaction to certain components of the drug. In this case, it should only be given under medical supervision.

There are other contraindications. It should not be given to kittens that are too small, weighing less than half a kilogram. In addition, it is contraindicated in the following cases:

• severe exhaustion of the animal;
• infection;
• the presence of serious liver or kidney diseases;
• The weight of an adult cat is less than 2 kg.

Also, this medicine should not be given to pregnant animals. Anthelmintics should be given before possible pregnancy, because some helminthiasis are transmitted to kittens through mother's milk.

If the animal is healthy and does not have the above problems, then everything should go fine. There may be a slight tremor of the limbs, but it goes away quickly.

Contraindications

Contraindications to the use of Milbemax are as follows:

• Kittens less than 6 weeks old or weighing less than 0.5 kg.
• Adult cats weighing less than 2 kg.
• General exhaustion of the body.
• Infectious diseases.
• Liver dysfunction.
• Renal dysfunction.
• Individual intolerance to the active components of the drug.
• Pregnant cats, in the first two thirds of the period.
• Nursing cats, in the first 3 weeks after birth.

Instructions for use and dosage

The product is allowed to be used for preventive purposes, but not more than 1 tablet every quarter. Before use, you need to know how to give Milbemax to your dog correctly. Milbemax is administered with food; if it is impossible to give the medicine to the pet using this method, forced placement of the tablet into the area of ​​the root of the tongue is used.

A single use of Milbemax is enough to start the deworming mechanism and begin the dog’s recovery process.

Dosage of Milbemax in the presence of helminths:

• small dogs and puppies up to kg - half the table;
• small dogs up to 5 kg - 1 tablet;
• small dogs from 5 to 10 kg - 2 tablets;
• adult pets (5–25 kg) – 1 tablet;
• adults (25–50 kg) - 2 tablets;
• large dogs (50–70 kg) - 3 tables.

When using the drug, it is forbidden to smoke cigarettes, drink drinks and eat food to avoid the entry of drug particles into the body (a toxic effect is possible). Along with the tablets, there are special stickers inside that allow you to make convenient notes about the date of the course of treatment with the drug in the dog’s passport.

Possible complications in case of overdose

When an extra Milbemax tablet (more than the norm) enters the dog’s body, behavioral changes are observed associated with the appearance of a nervous gait, convulsions, and increased salivation. There are common cases of inhibition in a pet in the perception of surrounding people and events.

In case of an overdose, the dog may experience convulsions and a nervous gait.

Occasionally, muscle weakness (paresis) is observed: this negative condition is manifested by the complete inability of the animal to stand on its front or hind legs. Therapeutic correction of overdose symptoms is not required: the changes disappear within 24 hours without the use of other medications. Adverse reactions also include intestinal upset (diarrhea), vomiting and drowsiness.

Instructions for using Milbemax against canine helminthiasis

Not only people, but also pets suffer from worms. At the same time, even those pets who, for various reasons, do not go outside can become infected with helminthiasis. Certain helminthic infestations can cause serious harm to the health of pets, and there is always the possibility that parasites will spread from dogs or cats to humans.

Timely prevention and treatment of pets with special anthelmintic drugs is an important responsibility of their owners. Fortunately, in any veterinary pharmacy you can find effective tablets or suspensions that will help you quickly and painlessly remove worms from dogs and other pets.

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The best remedy

The clinical effect of the drug is ensured by two active substances included in its composition:

• milbemycin oxime;
• Praziquantel

The mechanism of action of the drug Milbemax for dogs is very simple - the active components of the drug paralyze worms and promote their removal from the animal’s body naturally over the next two hours.

It is important to consider that, unlike similar medications, Milbemax tablets are moderately toxic and do not cause serious side effects in dogs and other pets. When using the product, you should strictly follow the dosage specified in the instructions for the drug - this will protect animals from possible poisoning

Indications for use

When do veterinarians prescribe Milbemax to treat helminthiasis in dogs? Tablets are given to animals in the following cases:

• when pets are infected with flatworms (disease - cestodosis);
• to combat nematodes in domestic animals;
• for the purpose of removing cucumber tapeworm from the body of dogs and cats.

It is important to understand that Milbemax tablets are prescribed by a veterinarian only on the basis of an analysis of dog stool and when a specific type of parasite is identified. Milbemax is not used for prophylactic purposes.

Release form and dosage of the drug

In the pharmacy you can only find Milbemax tablets, and the concentration of active antiparasitic components in them varies depending on the age of the dogs and cats that will be treated:

• for puppies and young animals – 10 mg of Praziquantel and 4 mg of Milbemicim in one tablet;
• for adult pets – 16 and 40 mg of each substance, respectively.

Milbemax tablets for puppies and adult dogs even differ in color - in the first case they are colored pink, in the second - red. This simplifies the use of the medicine at home.

Terms of use

The instructions for using the drug are very simple: the pet owner needs to break off a small piece of the tablet and place it in the dog’s food. The dosage depends on the weight of the animal:

• for puppies weighing from 500 grams to a kilogram – half a tablet;
• 1 – 2 kg – a whole pill;
• for adult dogs weighing from two to four kilograms – ½ tablet;
• if the pet's weight falls within 4-8 kg, he is given a whole pill.

This antiparasitic drug usually does not produce any side effects as such. In rare cases, dogs may experience a slight allergic reaction, which a veterinarian will definitely help eliminate.

Also, sometimes while taking the drug, dogs may experience:

• trembling in the body;
• profuse drooling;
• gait disturbance;
• muscle paresis;
• The animal's appetite may decrease.

Contraindications

In what cases is it better to stop using the drug? It is not recommended to give tablets:

• animals with obvious symptoms of exhaustion;
• pets diagnosed with infectious diseases;
• with kidney or liver dysfunction;
• in case of individual intolerance by a dog or cat to certain components of the drug.

Milbemax are effective antiparasitic tablets with low toxicity, which, with the right dosage, can quickly and painlessly rid pets of helminthiasis.

Side effects

Milbemax is considered one of the safest drugs for deworming, since clinical signs of overdose can only occur when the recommended dose is exceeded by more than 10 times! And irreversible disorders develop when the recommended dose increases by more than 80 times! Thus, owners do not have to worry about having incorrectly calculated the dosage of the drug.

If you give Milbemax to collie or sheltie dogs, especially those with a mutated gene, you can expect a temporary loss of coordination, as well as foaming at the mouth and vomiting. In all other dogs, side effects are mild and usually resolve within 24 hours.

The manufacturer admits that in rare cases, after taking the pill, the following may develop:

• diarrhea and vomiting;
• a sharp increase in itching in the anal passage (associated with the active release of helminths);
• a sharp increase in appetite;
• profuse salivation.

Despite the fact that an overdose is extremely unlikely, every owner must be able to recognize dangerous symptoms in a timely manner. Since the tablets have a pleasant taste and smell, a dog, left unattended, can easily eat a dangerous amount of Milbemax.

The following signs should alert you:

• trembling in the pet's limbs;
• general lethargy and apathy;
• constant drooling;
• refusal of food.

Be sure to give your dog plenty of clean water and activated charcoal. But if the symptoms have not disappeared after 24 hours, or the animal’s gums have turned pale or convulsions have appeared, you should immediately consult a veterinarian. You also need to monitor the feces: if the dog has not had a bowel movement within 48 hours, this means that the gastrointestinal tract may be blocked by dead parasites. Surgery may be required to remove the worm balls.

Advantages and disadvantages

The drug has both pros and cons. Advantages of tablets:

• the ability to rid your pet of worms in one go;
• wide spectrum of action;
• easy to choose the dose;
• if necessary, can be used to treat pregnant cats;
• does not require dieting;
• there is no need for additional laxatives;
• high efficiency;
• acceptable price.

Flaws:

• if you exceed the dose, you can provoke intoxication;
• negatively affects liver function;
• unlike drops, it is sometimes difficult to give to a cat;
• may cause excessive salivation;
• has side effects;
• cannot be used for bacterial infections.

Medicines with similar effects - table

Composition, release form

The drug "Milbemax" is a combined modern deworming drug that eliminates intestinal parasites in the body of a four-legged pet. The base substance of this medicine is milbemycin oxime, which simultaneously belongs to the group of anthelmintics and antibiotics.

This substance can effectively infect nematodes that inhabit the gastrointestinal tract of a pet and penetrate the bloodstream, as well as the liver, lungs and kidneys. “Milbemycin” easily enters the blood plasma and acts on the larval stage of parasites for several hours, after which it is completely eliminated from the animal’s body.

Praziquantel, which is part of the veterinary drug, affects nematodes and cestodes, effectively affecting the cell membranes of helminths. The dead parasites are digested and then leave the pet’s body naturally. The peak concentration of this component in the blood plasma is observed 1-4 hours after using the drug, and then the substance is biotransformed in the liver tissues. The active component praziquantel is completely eliminated from the cat’s body along with urine in just a couple of days.

Indications for use

Melibimax is prescribed to cats for the following parasitic diseases:

• cestodoses (pathogens: Dipylidium caninum, Taenia spp. or Echinococcus multilocularis);
• nematodes (pathogens: Ancylostoma tubaeforme, Toxocara cati or Dirofilaria immitis);
• mixed nematode-cestodose infestations.

A veterinarian can determine what kind of helminthiasis your cat is suffering from, but this requires several tests. It is impossible to delay diagnosis and treatment, as this is fraught with serious consequences. Cestodes (tapeworms) parasitize the intestines and mucous membranes. A sick cat loses its appetite, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, etc. appear. In rare cases, cestodes can grow up to one and a half meters in length, and this is practically incompatible with life.

Nematodes are no less evil. These are roundworms that settle in the gastrointestinal tract of an animal (liver, intestines, etc.). After the infestation, the cat loses its appetite, its health worsens, and sometimes a cough appears. Often a sign of nematode infection is the presence of blood streaks in the vomit or feces.

Indications for use are indicated on the back of the box

The principle of action of the drug

The action of Milbemax is due to the content of active substances in it. Milbemycin oxime (macrocyclic lactone) is a product of the enzymatic activity of the bacteria Streptomyces hygroscopicus. This enzyme is active against larvae that parasitize the cat's body. It causes the parasites' nerves and muscles to become paralyzed. The maximum concentration of milbemycin oxime in the blood is achieved 2 hours after taking the tablet. This substance is excreted unchanged (half-life - 13 hours after taking the medicine).

Another anthelmintic component is prazinquantel. This substance is active against already adult nematodes and cestodes. It affects the permeability of parasite cells and promotes the delivery of calcium ions to the helminth. The worm's muscles contract and its vital activity stops. This way the parasite is eliminated from the body in a dead state. Prazinquantel reaches therapeutic concentrations in the blood plasma 60 minutes after taking the drug, and is eliminated after approximately 3 hours (half-life).

Usually Milbemax has an effect on helminths within 24 hours

Pharmacological properties

The medication belongs to the group of macrocyclic lactones, which have antibiotic activity against helminths. The instructions for use also indicate that the use of milbemax for dogs allows you to launch an additional process - enhanced enzymatic activity, which is destructive for parasites.

Milbemycin oxime entering the body increases the permeability of chloride ions, causing irreversible changes leading to paralysis and death of foreign organisms. Praziquantel acts on the same principle, but increases the permeability of calcium ions, which affect the mechanism of muscle contraction.

The active ingredients of Milbemax are excreted from the body in the urine within two days.

The active ingredients are excreted unchanged along with physiological fluids, mainly urine, within two days. The maximum accumulation of active substances in the blood plasma is observed after 1–4 hours.

Contraindications for use

The use of tablets unnecessarily loads the urinary system, so it is not recommended to give Milbemax to weakened animals. There are also other restrictions.

Taboo on taking the drug:

• individual intolerance and hypersensitivity;
• infectious diseases;
• 2 weeks or less lifespan;
• liver and kidney disorders;
• weight less than 500 grams.

The drug is also not recommended for use by certain breeds - collies, shelties, bobtails. When testing the product on animals of these breeds, intolerance to macrocyclic lactones was revealed. It is allowed to prescribe Milbemax for large dogs, but the dosage in this case is strictly observed in the concentrations specified in the instructions.

List of indications for use

Helminthic infection is the main indication for the use of the drug, however, Milbemax does not affect all, but certain parasites. The drug is prescribed for nematodes and cestodes, as well as in the presence of these two varieties in the animal’s body (with mixed helminthic infestation).

The main indication for the use of Milbemax is helminthic infestation.

Most species of cestodes die after consumption, from Dipylidium caninum to Trichuris vulpis. In order to prevent dirofilariasis, it is allowed to give medication at intervals of 30 days.

Another advantage of the product is that there is no need to go on a starvation diet or prescribe laxatives before using the product.

"Milbemax" for cats: reviews

The active ingredients of the tablets make it possible to be confident in the health of your pet. The large number of advantages of the drug for cats against worms “Milbemax” determines its wide demand. Among the main advantages are:

• Release form and composition of Azinox
• Price and analogues
• Indications of Azinox
• pharmachologic effect
• Instructions for use
• Azinox for dogs and cats
• Contraindications and side effects
• Reviews

Azinox is a universal drug used for the prevention and treatment of various types of helminthiasis. The medicine is used in veterinary practice, but it is also suitable for humans. Trade name of the drug: Azinox plus.

Release form and composition of Azinox

The medication is available in the form of tablets coated with a white or yellow-grayish tint. The drug is packaged in jars or blisters (from 1 to 3 per package). The tablets have a specific, but not strong odor.

The drug contains praziquantel as an active ingredient. This substance has a pronounced antihelminthic effect. One tablet contains 50 mg of praziquantel.

Composition (auxiliary components):

• glucose;
• potato starch);
• tetramizole (a substance that helps get rid of worms);
• lactose.

Price and analogues

The cost of the drug directly depends on the form of release and the number of tablets in the package. Average price: 100–120 rubles (for 6 pieces). You can buy the medicine in pet stores and veterinary clinics, as well as on the Internet.

The drug belongs to the category of low-toxic anthelmintic drugs. This group includes many drugs, varying in composition and action. Preparations with praziquantel show the greatest effectiveness for the treatment of serious diseases caused by tapeworms, tapeworms and flukes.

Direct analogues of the drug (preparations containing praziquantel):

1. Biltricide. Available in tablet form. The product has a powerful effect, it is not recommended for self-medication and is not used for patients under 4 years of age. Cost of the medicine: from 400 rubles (for 6 tablets).
2. Cysticide. Anthelmintic drug, available in tablet form. The product is prohibited for use by pregnant and lactating women. Cost of the medicine: from 350 rubles (for 6 tablets).
3. Tsesol. The medication is available in tablet form and is available with a prescription. Not used to treat children under 4 years of age, as well as pregnant and lactating women. Price of the medicine: from 300 rubles.

The most accessible analogue of Azinox is Biltricid. Other medications are almost impossible to find in pharmacies and even in virtual stores.

Indications of Azinox

Indications for use for humans:

• taeniasis (pathogen is a sexually mature individual of the bovine tapeworm);
• schistosomiasis (tropical flukes - blood flukes);
• trematodosis (flukes);
• clonorchiasis (Chinese fluke);
• paragonimiasis (pulmonary fluke);
• fasciolopsis (Asian fluke Fasciolopsis buski);
• opisthorchiasis (liver flukes);
• metagonimiasis (metagonimus fluke).

pharmachologic effect

The maximum concentration of the active substance in the patient’s body occurs 2–3 hours after the first dose. The medication is absorbed into the digestive organs and excreted in urine and feces.

Instructions for use

Method of use for one-day therapy: drink the required dose of the medication in the evening before bed. For longer treatment, the daily dosage must be divided into several doses. You need to take the drug every 5-6 hours.

The daily dose for schistosomiasis (diseases caused by tropical flukes) is 40–75 mg per 1 kg of body weight. The course of treatment is 1 day. It is recommended to take the drug once, but if necessary, you can divide the daily dosage into 2 doses.

The dosage for getting rid of flukes is 75 mg per 1 kg of body weight. Duration of treatment – ​​1 day. The dose of the drug should be divided into 3 doses.

The required dose for the treatment of tapeworms is 50–60 mg per 1 kg of body weight. The dosage should be divided into 2 doses. Treatment takes 1 day.

Azinox for dogs and cats

The medicine can be used for echinococcosis (causative agent - echinococcus), dipylidia (cucumber tapeworm), taeniasis (pork tapeworm), diphyllobothriasis (wide tapeworm) in cats and dogs.

The medication is not used to treat puppies and kittens less than 3 weeks old. If you follow the required dosage, there will be no side effects.

Contraindications and side effects

Azinox is contraindicated for children under 4 years of age, as well as for nursing and pregnant women. In case of emergency, the drug can be used in the second or third trimester of pregnancy, but in this case, all treatment should be carried out under the close supervision of a specialist.

Anthelmintic medication should be used with caution in patients with liver and kidney diseases. During the therapeutic course, the patient must give up activities that require concentration and speed of reactions (in particular, driving).

Possible side effects:

• nausea and vomiting;
• constipation or diarrhea (blood may be present in the stool);
• dizziness, headache;
• drowsiness;
• the occurrence of an allergic rash (rare).

Side effects are associated with general intoxication of the body.

Reviews

“I took Azinox to treat cat fluke. After using the product, I had quite noticeable side effects: nausea, severe weakness and headache. But the drug did its job perfectly. The doctor prescribed me a two-day therapy with a reduced dosage. The side effects ended only a day after the last dose.”

Rules of application

There are four types of Milbemax:

• for puppies or small dogs;
• for adult dogs of large breeds;
• for kittens;
• for adult cats.

This division is not a marketing ploy: each variety is noticeably different in the concentration of active ingredients, so you should never use the wrong one (for example, giving a kitten a product for puppies).

Let's now find out how to use Milbemax for cats.

Tablets for kittens are pink, and for adult animals - red. The dosage is calculated based on the weight of the pet:

According to the instructions, the drug should be given during morning feeding, mixed with food that is attractive to the pet.

Some cats willingly eat these tablets and even try to get to them on their own, while others refuse them. If your cat won't eat the medicine, hold her in your lap and open her mouth with your fingers and place the tablet on the back of her tongue. Stroke your pet's throat to trigger the swallowing reflex. Then check to see if the tablet remains in the animal's mouth.

Preliminary diet and use of laxatives are not required.

Please note that before using the drug, it is necessary to get rid of fleas - they carry worm eggs, and if these parasites remain on the animal’s skin, everything will soon start all over again. Before purchasing this product, be sure to consult your veterinarian

This is especially important when it comes to a pregnant female, sick or weakened animal

Before purchasing this product, be sure to consult your veterinarian

This is especially important when it comes to a pregnant female, sick or weakened animal

In sealed packaging, the product can be stored for 3 years. If you have used half of the tablet, the second one can be stored for no more than 6 months. It is strictly forbidden to give your pet an expired product.

Dosage

The method of application and the amount of the drug directly depend on the weight and age of the pet. Based on the dosage of active substances, tablets with a pink or red coating are distinguished.

The first ones have a minimal dosage, so they are used mainly for young cats. With a weight of 500 g to 1 kg, the animal should be given only half a tablet, after crushing it and mixing it with a small amount of food.

Weighing from 1 to 2 kilograms, treatment is carried out with a whole tablet having a pink shell. Deworming must be done in the morning. Before using the drug, you should take a break from eating for at least five hours.

If the cat's weight is in the range from 2 to 4 kg, she is prescribed half a tablet with a red coating, and for a pet weighing 4-8 kg, a whole pill is recommended. The dosage of the drug "Milbemax" for cats should be prescribed by a veterinarian.

The medication can be administered either using a syringe or orally by simply letting the cat swallow the tablet. To do this, you need to place the drug on the root of the tongue and evoke a swallowing reflex in the animal by stroking its neck. Having chosen the syringe method, you must first mix the crushed tablet with water and inject the medicine into the oral cavity.

Active substances

An anthelmintic drug is a complex combined agent that has a strong effect against cestodes and nematodes. The main active ingredient of Milbemax is milbemycin oxime, which has a detrimental effect on the parasites angiostrongylus vasorum and larvae that parasitize the pet’s gastrointestinal tract. Since worms pose a great danger to puppies and adult dogs of small breeds, veterinarians recommend starting the prevention of parasitic infestations from the first months of the animal’s birth.

The second most important component of the drug is praziquantel, which affects cestodes and nematodes. Its mechanism of action is based on the high permeability of parasite cell membranes to calcium ions

This entails membrane depolarization, muscle contraction and destruction of the tegument, which ensures the natural removal of dead helminths from the dog’s body. Milbemax tablets are available in two forms - for adult large dogs and for puppies or small individuals. The difference between the drugs is the amount of active substances.

General characteristics of the drug

The appearance of worms can be caused by various factors. "Milbemax" for cats is a means for deworming pets. It can also be used for preventive measures.

The drug is released in the form of tablets. Depending on the age of the animal, the dosage of the active ingredients (praziquantel and milbemycin oxime) may vary significantly.

The tablet has an oval shape. The packaging contains instructions for the drug and a metal blister with two beef-flavored tablets. This makes it fairly easy to give your cat a tablet, which is recommended to be mixed with a small portion of the food.

Instructions for use

Each package of Mibelmax necessarily contains instructions for use. It indicates the main indications for use and dosage. How and when to give cannot be determined independently. It is advisable to consult a specialist. When prescribing, he will take into account the circumstances surrounding treatment, contraindications and foresee possible problems.

When to give?

Mibelmax is recommended for internal use as an effective anthelmintic.

It should be given when infected:

• Taenia spp.;
• Toxocara cati;
• Echinococcus multilocularis;
• Ancylostoma tubaeforme;
• Dipylidium caninum;

If helminthiasis is suspected, as well as as a preventive measure for worms, as prescribed by a doctor, it is necessary to take a break in feeding for at least 5 hours. Only after this give the cat a pill. If your pet refuses, you can mix the medicine with food or treats. For a kitten, the tablet is crushed and only then added to food or drink.

In special cases, powdered Milbemax is recommended to be diluted with a small amount of water and poured into the cat’s mouth using a syringe. It is easy to give medicine to a cat instead of morning feeding.

How to use Milbemax correctly

Most often, veterinarians prefer to prescribe these tablets for deworming in cats in the following situations:

• Cucumber tapeworm, echinococci and alvococci, taenia (cestodes).
• Toxocara and hookworms (nematodes).

Contraindications and precautions: how to give anthelmintic to cats and not harm them

The drug is not prescribed, or is used with extreme caution, in the following cases:

• An important contraindication is individual intolerance. This applies to both the medicine itself and the components in its composition.

• The medicine is not prescribed to animals with severe liver and kidney dysfunction. Because of this, anthelmintic for cats is used with great caution when deworming old pets. Due to age-related reasons, the functioning of these organs is often impaired.

• The drug should not be given to kittens under six weeks of age.

• It is extremely undesirable to use the medicine to treat helminthic infestations in sick, weakened and severely emaciated animals.

• It is also not advisable to give Milbemax to pregnant cats. In any case, you should definitely refrain from using the medicine in the first half of gestation.

In addition, contraindications and features largely depend on the age and weight of the pets being treated:

• The drug intended for the treatment of children should not be given to pets whose weight is less than 500 grams.
• Medicine intended for adults is not given to pets whose weight has not yet reached two kilograms.

Instructions for use of Milbemax

The medicine is given once a day, along with morning feeding. The official instructions for use allow it to be mixed with a small amount of food. If the animal does not want to eat “spoiled” food, the remedy is given forcibly by placing the required amount on the root of the tongue.

Dosage by weight: features

The dosage by weight is given in the following table.

How often to give the medicine

If the intensity of helminthic infestation is low or relatively low, the need to administer the drug occurs once. The drug is given to the cat once, at breakfast. But in cases where a cat has a lot of worms (as determined by stool analysis or the appearance of parasites in feces and vomit), it becomes necessary to re-use the medicine. This is done exactly ten days after the first use. After another ten days, the animal’s feces are subjected to microscopic examination. If worm eggs are found there again, the treatment is repeated, and this time it is advisable to use not Milbemax, but a medicine with other active ingredients.

But! Before giving medicine frequently, it is necessary to conduct a biochemical blood test.

This is done in order to determine the concentration of liver enzymes in the animal’s blood plasma. If it is significantly exceeded, it is extremely undesirable to give antiparasitic drugs, since a response from the liver is possible.