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Cats quite often suffer from helminthiasis. After all, worm eggs are extremely common in the environment, and it is very easy to get an infestation. Therefore, veterinarians recommend systematically carrying out deworming using special drugs. One such anthelmintic is Prazicide tablets for cats. This is a combination medicine that has a prolonged effect. It effectively kills many types of parasitic worms. How to properly give pills to an animal? And do cats tolerate this drug well? We will consider these questions in the article.

Composition and mechanism of action

Prazicide tablets for cats contain two active ingredients:

• praziquantel;
• pyrantel.

Both substances are powerful anthelmintics; when combined, they complement and enhance each other’s effects.

Praziquantel and pyrantel have a detrimental effect on parasitic worms. These substances disrupt the transmission of impulses in the central nervous system, which leads to paralysis of the helminth's body. Worms lose the ability to move and are removed from the body through the intestines.

The active components of Prazicide tablets for cats affect not only adult worms, but also larvae. In most cases, a single dose of the drug is sufficient to completely expel the parasites.

Praziquantel acts quite quickly, but does not last long. This substance is not retained in the body and is soon eliminated through the kidneys. The prolonged effect of the drug is provided by pyrantel, which is excreted much more slowly and paralyzes parasites for a long time.

Prazicide tablets for cats and dogs have the same composition. But they differ in dosage. The content of active ingredients in the drug for dogs is three times higher, so it should not be given to cats.

Prazicide 20 for kittens, suspension vial. 5 ml

INSTRUCTIONS for the use of the drug Prazicid-suspension sweet for kittens (Prazicid-suspension sweet) COMPOSITION AND FORM OF RELEASE Prazicid-suspension sweet (International nonproprietary name: praziquantel + pyrantel pamoate) is a complex anthelmintic drug containing 5 mg of praziquantel and pyrantel pamoate as active ingredients in 1 ml. 15 mg of pyrantel pamoate, as well as auxiliary components. It is a suspension for oral use. The drug is packaged in 5 ml volumes in polymer bottles with screw caps that are tamper evident along with a dosing syringe and stickers for a veterinary passport, packed in a cardboard box. PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES Prazicide-suspension sweet is a combined drug that has a wide spectrum of activity against all stages of development of round and tapeworms, including Toxocara mystax, Toxascaris leonina, Uncinaria spp., Ancylostoma spp., Trichuris vulpis, Echinococcus granulosus, Echinococcus multilocularis, Mesocestoides lineatus, Diphyllobothrium latum, Dipylidium caninum, Multiceps multiceps, Taenia spp., parasitic in kittens. Praziquantel, which is part of the suspension, increases the permeability of cell membranes to calcium ions and inhibits the parasite enzyme - fumarate reductase, causing spastic muscle contraction, turning into paralysis. The mechanism of action of pyrantel pamoate is to block neuromuscular transmission, disrupt the permeability of cell membranes and inhibit cholinesterase, which leads to paralysis and death of the helminth. When administered orally, praziquantel is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, reaches its maximum concentration in the blood plasma after 1–3 hours, is distributed in the organs and tissues of the animal and is excreted from the body in the form of metabolites in the urine (up to 80%) within 24 hours. Pyrantel pamoate is poorly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, providing a longer parasitocidal effect directly in the intestine, and is excreted from the body mainly unchanged in feces (93%). The drug is easy to use, has a pleasant taste and is quite well eaten by kittens. In terms of the degree of impact on the body of warm-blooded animals, Prazicide-suspension sweet is classified as a moderately hazardous substance and in recommended doses does not have a locally irritating, sensitizing, teratogenic or embryotoxic effect. INDICATIONS Prescribed for preventive and therapeutic deworming of kittens against nematodes and cestodes, including mixed infestations. DOSES AND METHOD OF APPLICATION Prazicide sweet suspension is given to kittens orally once individually in the morning feeding with a small amount of food or administered directly to the root of the tongue using a dispenser syringe at the rate of 1 ml of suspension per 1 kg of body weight. Before use, the bottle of suspension must be shaken thoroughly for 1–2 minutes. A preliminary fasting diet and the use of laxatives when using the drug are not required. For preventive purposes, deworming is carried out once every 3 months, as well as before each vaccination. Therapeutic measures against nematodes and cestodes are carried out according to indications. With a strong degree of invasion, the suspension is given again after 10 days. SIDE EFFECTS In rare cases, allergic reactions are possible in animals sensitive to the components of the drug. In these cases, animals are given symptomatic therapy and prescribed antihistamines in accordance with the instructions for use. With a significant overdose of the drug, animals may experience a depressed state, refusal to feed, excessive salivation, and disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. In these cases, detoxification therapy is carried out. CONTRAINDICATIONS Increased individual sensitivity to the components of the drug. It is not recommended to deworm kittens younger than 3 weeks of age, as well as those with infectious diseases, convalescent and malnourished animals. Do not prescribe the suspension simultaneously with piperazine derivatives and other drugs that inhibit cholinesterase. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS When using the drug in strict accordance with these instructions, no special instructions are required. STORAGE CONDITIONS: In a dry place, protected from direct sunlight and out of reach of children and animals. Separated from food and feed in the manufacturer's packaging at a temperature of 0 to 25 ºС. Shelf life: 2 years. , Russia. Address: 143985, Moscow region, Balashikha district, Novomiletsky village, pos. New Milet, Poltevskoe highway, Vlad. 4.

Indications

Let's look at the main indications for the use of Prazicide tablets for cats. The instructions for use indicate that the active components of this medicine affect round and tapeworms:

• roundworm;
• pinworms;
• whipworms;
• hookworm;
• wide tapeworm;
• all types of tapeworms.

Veterinarians prescribe this drug if a cat shows signs of infection with the above parasites.

Animals are often diagnosed with mixed infestations, when several types of parasites live in the intestines. Prazicide tablets for cats against worms are also effective against such combined helminthiases, as they can affect different classes of worms.

It is important to remember that this drug helps very little against infection with flatworms, for example, cat fluke. Praziquantel has a detrimental effect on these types of helminths. But the content of this substance in combined tablets is not enough to combat flat parasites. In such cases, it is better to use monopreparations based on praziquantel.

The tablets are also given to healthy cats to prevent heartworm infections. Veterinarians recommend deworming animals for preventive purposes at least 2-3 times a year. Deworming is also necessary before the course of vaccinations.

Composition and properties of the drug Prazicide

Prazicide is an anthelmintic drug that is aimed at combating the most common types of parasites. Its manufacturer is a Russian enterprise that has its own production and quality control laboratory, equipped with modern equipment.

Cat owners are probably familiar with the name of the drug. Prazicide is sold in many veterinary pharmacies and has many customer reviews on the Internet. The product contains components such as pyrantel pamoate and praziquantel - that is why the drug is called a combination drug.

The drug Prazicide consists of these two components, regardless of the form in which it is released. Pyrantel pamoate and praziquantel paralyze the muscles of the parasites and, therefore, provoke their further death. One of the main advantages of Prazicide is that it acts on parasites regardless of the stage of their development, that is, it destroys their eggs and larvae. After three hours, the medicine reaches its maximum concentration in the body. This concentration lasts from 12 to 24 hours. Praziquantel is absorbed more quickly, distributed to organs and tissues, and then excreted from the body in the urine. But the absorption of pyrantel pamoate is much slower, its effect is prolonged, and it is excreted only in feces.

Unfortunately, Prazicide cannot be called a universal anthelmintic, since it only acts on round and flat (tape)worms. But most owners are satisfied with what Prazicide offers them, noting its effectiveness.

Anthelmintic anthelmintic drug Prazicide in tablets for cats - I recommend it! With a price in the lowest segment (a little more than 20 rubles), the domestic product adequately copes with the most common parasites of the animal’s intestines. The relative simplicity and absence of side effects when taking it only add “pluses” to it in my eyes!))

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But there are also buyers whose pets, for some reason, the drug does not help.

If you already bought this instrument of torture, then at least stock up on napkins in advance. And be prepared for the fact that the cat’s trust will have to be restored. I strongly do not recommend this product for cats. Only for enemies. PS The younger cat subsequently became ill, although he took even less medicine than needed. For no apparent reason, tachycardia began. I had to call the vet. PPS Recently, a mother tried to rid her foundling kitten of tapeworms using this suspension. I used up the entire jar, but at least there was nothing for the parasites. Here's the result.

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Types of anthelmintics and their use

produces the anthelmintic Prazicide in the form of tablets, suspensions and drops on the withers. The drug is also selected according to the weight and age of the cat, so Prazicide for adult animals and Prazicide for kittens have different concentrations of active components. Each type of drug form has its own characteristics of purpose and use.

Prazicide tablets

The drug is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of gastrointestinal round and tape parasites, that is, nematodes and cestodes.

The packaging of Prazicide tablets includes stickers for a veterinary passport

Prazicide tablets are round, flat, slightly yellowish in color. In order to facilitate their division, there is a dividing line in the middle of each tablet. In addition, on the reverse side there may be an imprint of the Api-san (AS) company logo.

The manufacturer produces tablets with a dosage of 200 mg, one such tablet contains 50 mg of pyrantel pamoate, 15 mg of praziquantel, as well as excipients (lactose and microcrystalline cellulose). They are packed in 3 or 6 pieces in a blister and a cardboard box. In addition to the medicine and instructions for use, the packaging includes stickers intended for gluing into a veterinary passport.

The tablets are very convenient. They are small in themselves, which makes it easy to give them to your cat. I simply lay the cat on his back, stroke him while “talking” with his teeth, then carefully open his mouth and put the tablet on the root of his tongue. Usually he swallows it right away, but sometimes he spits it out. It’s okay, we just do all the manipulations again... No negative reaction to taking the drug was found. The cat is just as energetic and active, his appetite does not suffer, he goes to the toilet as usual.

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One tablet of Prazicide for cats is designed for 3 kg of body weight. So, if your pet weighs about 5 kg, he will need to be given one and a half tablets per use. The medicine is intended for internal use and is given once in the morning during a meal.

As the owner of five cats, I only choose anthelmintics in tablet form. My pets either eat the tablet with food or allow the medicine to be placed on the back of their tongue (even though this is not the easiest procedure). This happens painlessly and is quickly forgotten by the animals.

Video: veterinarian explains how to give deworming pills to your cat

Suspension Prazitsid plus

The suspension is intended for cats, kittens and puppies of small breeds and is used, like tablets, for the prevention and treatment of round and tapeworms.

Prazicide in the form of a suspension is convenient to use, as it has a pleasant taste for animals

The drug consists of the following components:

• 15 mg pyrantel pamoate;
• 15 mg febantel;
• 1.5 mg praziquantel;
• Excipients.

The suspension looks like a thick syrup of light cream color. The instructions note that slight stratification of the liquid is allowed. However, it should certainly disappear after vigorous shaking.

The medicine is packaged in plastic bottles of 5, 6, 7, 9, 10 and 15 ml, which are packed in labeled cardboard boxes.

A special feature of this dosage form is the “Milk Chocolate” flavoring, thanks to which some cats accept the suspension without problems.

I believe that such products (therapeutic, prophylactic) should be tasteless, at a minimum. So that the burying process is less noticeable to the animal. So that, if food is dripped, it does not in any way affect the taste of the food. We have both prevention and suffering and torment... We immediately refuse “seasoned” food, and the process of pouring the suspension directly into the mouth is like torture both for Graham and for us. This is foam at the mouth, this is spit on clothes, etc.

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At the same time, you can find no less negative reviews of the Prazicide suspension, related specifically to its taste and smell.

Suspension in a bottle with a dispenser spout. The product itself is white and liquid like milk. I don't know what it tastes like, but it smells disgusting. The cat doesn’t want to accept him in any way. Even when you just bring the suspension, the cat already runs away. Apparently he is bothered by this smell, which the manufacturer added there for some reason. For what??? I've been chasing my cat for two weeks now so I can pour the product into him! I tried to drip on the food, but he refused to even go near it. Although we give him other products in liquid form without any problems!!! This is only true with this suspension! I'm upset because the product is not cheap. But I can’t give it to the cat. I do not advise. It is much easier to squeeze in another remedy, or simply in a different form, for example, in the form of a tablet.

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For light weight cats, veterinarians recommend buying the suspension, since calculating the dose for such pets is more difficult. With the suspension, everything is simple - for 1 kg of weight you need to measure 1 ml of suspension. For this purpose, a dispenser syringe is attached to the medicine.

It is recommended to give the suspension once in the morning during a meal. You can forcefully administer it or mix it with food. In the latter case, you will have to make sure that the cat completely eats the food offered.

Video: veterinarian shows how to give Prazicide suspension to a cat

Drops Prazicide Complex

Drops have a wider spectrum of action compared to tablets and suspension. They destroy not only helminths, but also ectoparasites, including subcutaneous mites, fleas, lice and lice.

In addition to helminths, Prazicide Complex drops will also destroy ectoparasites

The drug consists of 102 mg praziquantel, 24 mg ivermectin, 25 mg levamisole and 35 mg thiamethoxam. The drops look like a transparent, yellowish liquid, which is packaged in polymer pipettes with a volume of 0.3, 0.85, 1, 1.7, 2.5 and 3.5 ml.

The dosage of drops is calculated based on the weight of the pet. This means that for animals weighing less than 5 kg you need to use 0.85 ml of the drug, and one pipette will be enough for you. If the pet weighs more than 5 kg, he will need 1.7 ml of medicine, that is, two pipettes of Prazicide.

Drops are used only for external treatment. They are applied to the skin, spreading the fur, traditionally at the withers, so that the cat cannot lick off the product. The drug is toxic and also has an unpleasant odor. It is very important to drip the product only onto clean and undamaged skin.

The liquid had a terrible smell! The whole house smelled! I ventilated the rooms as much as I could, taking into account that we were sick with a child. If I had known that the product smelled like that, I would not have used it when the child was at home. It is a pity that the manufacturer does not warn about the specific smell. The cats became somewhat lethargic and slept all day. Maybe the smell annoyed them too? In the evening, I was afraid that overnight we would all be poisoned by this smell and tried to clean the cats’ fur with a wet towel. Today is the second day, the smell is, of course, weaker, but it’s still there. I will not buy this particular drug again. Although, of course, it may kill helminths. With such a smell!

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If you purchased Prazicide drops for the treatment of subcutaneous mites, namely demodicosis, sarcoptic mange and notohedrosis, read the instructions carefully. The drops are applied to a cotton swab, which is then used to wipe the affected areas of the skin on the cat’s body or ears, previously cleaned of scabs. It is very important that the medicine does not get inside the cat’s body. To avoid unpleasant consequences, put a neck collar or a wide collar on your pet. After the treated leather and wool has dried, you can remove the protective equipment.

If the skin is heavily damaged by mites, the drop treatment will have to be repeated after approximately 10 days or two weeks.

Do not forget about your own health, be careful when working with the drug. It is best to treat your pet by wearing thin rubber gloves or washing your hands thoroughly after contact with droplets. Over the next two days, try not to pick up your pet, and also don’t let small children interact with your pet. Don't worry about having to endure some restrictions. Most reviews confirm the effectiveness of the drug.

A convenient dropper, the drug is applied to the skin on the animal’s withers. It has an oily consistency and an unpleasant odor. The cat carried it with a bang. There was no lethargy, no vomiting, no loss of appetite. The fleas disappeared immediately after application. The cat's general well-being improved on the second day. Before that, she was vomiting, apparently there were helminthic infestations. The cat weighs about 2 kg, so the drops are enough for two times. Now they are constantly treated with it. I recommend to everyone.

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Video: a veterinarian teaches how to correctly apply drops to the withers

Prazicide for kittens

"Api-san" produces the anthelmintic Prazicide not only for adults, but also for kittens. The composition of these drugs is identical to the “adult” Prazicide, but the concentration of active components in the medicine for kittens will be much less. Perhaps this is why some owners note the weak effectiveness of Prazicide for kittens, but safety for the weak organism of babies is paramount.

Before the first vaccinations, the cat was bought this drug at a local store. I ate it for dear life, both the first time and again 10 days later. But a stool analysis showed that all the parasites were there. The veterinarian inquired about what they were actually using, and when she learned that it was this drug, she swore strongly... She said that there was no worse anthelmintic than it, and that after it she had repeatedly treated liver hepatitis in animals. I had to poison the kitten again, but with a different drug.

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The product for babies is produced in the form of a suspension and drops on the withers. Prazicide suspension can be used after kittens reach three weeks of age, calculating the dosage according to the principle of 1 ml per 1 kg of pet’s weight.

But drops can only be purchased for two-month-old animals. For babies weighing less than 1 kg, 0.3 ml drops on the withers (1 pipette) is sufficient. If a kitten weighs more than 1 kg, he will need 0.6 ml of the drug (2 pipettes).

For kittens, Prazicide is available in a special, reduced dosage

General rules for the use of drugs Prazicide

Before giving the drug to your pet, check how true the following statements are about it:

1. The animal was treated against ectoparasites with a remedy 3–5 days ago.
2. The pet is healthy.
3. The cat is not pregnant or lactating.
4. The kittens are 3 weeks old.

If these conditions are met, you can begin treating your pet for helminths. And in order for the use of Prazicide to bring the expected effect, you should follow simple but important rules:

• It is better to give the cat tablets or suspension in the morning during feeding;
• First, you should not fanatically subject your pet to a starvation diet, intestinal lavage and other executions;
• The tablets are either placed on the root of the cat's tongue or mixed with food. The same applies to the suspension. If you give your animal medicine along with food, it is important to make sure that the entire portion is eaten.

Usually, a single application of Prazicide is sufficient. But if the worm infestation is very severe, your veterinarian may recommend reapplying the medication after 10 to 14 days. For prevention, an anthelmintic can be used once a quarter without a prescription. Don’t forget to treat your pet for parasites a week before vaccinations.

Contraindications and side effects

No matter how useful and necessary treatment of pets for helminths may be, in some cases you should still refrain from it:

1. The animal is exhausted.
2. A cat is recovering from a serious illness or surgery.
3. The pet is in a weakened state due to its advanced age.
4. The cat was diagnosed with an infectious pathology.
5. The cat enters the period of pregnancy or lactation (Prazid can be given to pregnant cats no later than three weeks before the expected due date and no earlier than 2-3 weeks after birth).
6. The animal takes medications based on piperazine (piperazine in combination with the components of Prazicide forms toxic compounds that have a detrimental effect on the liver).

In rare cases, the medicine may cause the following side effects:

• foaming at the mouth;
• vomiting and nausea;
• stomach upset;
• skin irritation (when using drops).

As a rule, these symptoms resolve on their own and do not require veterinary intervention, the manufacturer notes.

And, of course, avoid exceeding recommended doses, which may be accompanied by unpleasant phenomena:

• loss of appetite, appearance of weakness and apathy;
• depressed state;
• increased salivation;
• disturbances in the functioning of the stomach and intestines;
• anxiety.

The manufacturer warns that allergic reactions to Prazicide may occasionally occur. If this happens to your pet, consult a doctor immediately to remove the drug from the body, give the animal antihistamines and treat the consequences of poisoning.

To avoid negative consequences, carefully read the instructions for any medications!

Purchase and storage of Prazicide

The cost of the drug will depend on the dosage form and dosage. So, tablets (6 pcs.) cost on average about 110 rubles, a suspension for adult cats (7 ml) - about 125 rubles, a suspension for kittens (5 ml) - from 125 rubles, drops for cats - from 200 rubles, drops for kittens - from 180 rubles.

Unfortunately, despite the low cost of Prazicide, this drug is often counterfeited. This can lead to undesirable or even tragic consequences. Prazicide tablets, suspension and drops are sold in veterinary pharmacies and pet stores.

As an experienced buyer, I recommend purchasing veterinary drugs in veterinary pharmacies, preferably located at veterinary stations or clinics. As a rule, they interact with experienced suppliers or have an agreement with the manufacturing company. Thus, the chances of running into a fake are reduced, causing irreparable harm to the pet’s health.

First of all, I washed her (the cat - author's note) with tar soap and gave Api-san an anthelmintic... After two weeks, I give it to her again to be sure that the animal is free of worms. Imagine my surprise when, after a couple of days, my cat started vomiting LIVE worms. Sorry, they didn’t even die from the drug at all. They were alive and happy. I was in shock. After purchasing an imported anthelmintic, my cat’s stool was completely riddled with “white threads,” and the animal was completely cleared of parasites.

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I wormed three kittens, everything strictly according to the instructions, one kitten died right at night from sudden, very transient dehydration. They managed to pump out the other two, put them on glucose and Gamavit, but they didn’t pay attention; the second kitten went for a walk and died right next to the house. The third kitten began to have constant diarrhea, it could not be stopped by any means, the condition was stabilized with enteros-gel, there was hope for recovery, but inflammation developed in the intestines, the kitten cried in my arms until its death. I was ready to kill these scum who released such a terrible poison. Take care of your pets, don't buy this crap.

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When purchasing, you should pay attention to the expiration date of the product and its storage conditions. Be sure to use the medicine before its expiration date. It is 2 years from the date of release for suspensions and drops and 3 years for tablets.

It is recommended to store anthelmintics in a dry place, inaccessible to direct sunlight and sudden temperature changes, and also away from food and feed. Make sure that children cannot reach the drug. Freezing of the medicine is not allowed; it is stored at temperatures from 0 to 25 degrees Celsius.

Contraindications

The instructions for Prazicide tablets for cats indicate the following contraindications to the use of the drug:

• intolerance to praziquantel or pyrantel;
• kitten age up to 3 weeks;
• breast-feeding.

Pregnancy in a cat is a relative contraindication. It is extremely undesirable to deworm an animal during such a period. But if there is an urgent need for deworming, then it is carried out no later than 3 weeks before birth. After this period, anthelmintic tablets should not be given to the cat, even if the infection is very severe.

Prazicide tablets for cats cannot be combined with other types of anthelmintics. They are also incompatible with drugs from the group of cholinomimetics.

Api-San Prazicide anthelmintic for cats tablets 6 tab.

Detailed description

PRASICID anthelmintic tablets for cats, 6 tablets Designed for deworming cats, can also be used for prevention. It will quickly and effectively rid your pet’s body of parasites. The drug is safe at recommended doses. One tablet per 3 kg of animal weight. Composition and release form Prazicide tablets (International nonproprietary name: praziquantel + pyrantel pamoate) are a complex anthelmintic for cats. 1 g of tablets contains 50 mg of pyrantel pamoate and 15 mg of praziquantel, as well as auxiliary components. In appearance it is a tablet for oral use. Pack 6 tablets in a laminated blister; each cardboard box contains 1 blister and stickers for a veterinary passport. Pharmacological properties: Prazicide tablets are an easy-to-use combination drug that has a wide spectrum of activity against all stages of development of round and tapeworms, such as Toxocara mystax, Toxascaris leonina, Uncinaria spp., Ancylostoma spp., Trichuris vulpis, Echinococcus granulosus, Echinococcus multilocularis , Mesocestoides lineatus, Diphyllobothrium latum, Dipylidium caninum, Multiceps multiceps, Taenia spp., parasitic in cats. Praziquantel, which is part of the suspension, increases the permeability of cell membranes to calcium ions and inhibits the parasite enzyme - fumarate reductase, causing spastic muscle contraction, turning into paralysis. Pyrantel pamoate acts as a depolarizing neuromuscular ganglion blocker, paralyzing the muscles of roundworms. When administered orally, praziquantel is quickly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, distributed in the organs and tissues of the animal and excreted from the body in the form of metabolites in the urine. Pyrantel pamoate is poorly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, providing a longer parasitocidal effect directly in the intestine, and is excreted from the body mainly unchanged in feces. In terms of the degree of impact on the body of warm-blooded animals, Prazicide tablets are classified as moderately hazardous substances and in recommended doses do not have locally irritating, sensitizing, teratogenic or embryotoxic effects. Indications: Prescribed for preventive and therapeutic deworming of cats against round and tapeworms, including mixed infestations. Doses and method of administration: Prazicide tablets are administered orally to animals once individually in the morning feeding with a small amount of food (in a piece of sausage, meat, with minced meat or porridge), 1 tablet per 3 kg of weight. A preliminary fasting diet and the use of laxatives when using the drug are not required. For preventive purposes, deworming is carried out once every 3 months, as well as before each vaccination. Therapeutic measures against nematodes and cestodes are carried out according to indications. If the infection is severe, the drug can be reused after 10 days. For pregnant females, the drug is prescribed 3 weeks before the expected birth with caution, under the supervision of a veterinarian, for lactating females - 2 to 3 weeks after birth. Side effects: In rare cases, allergic reactions are possible in animals sensitive to the components of the drug. In these cases, animals are given symptomatic therapy and prescribed antihistamines in accordance with the instructions for use. With a significant overdose of the drug, animals may experience a depressed state, refusal to feed, excessive salivation, and disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. In these cases, detoxification therapy is carried out. Contraindications: Increased individual sensitivity to the components of the drug. It is not recommended to deworm females in the first half of pregnancy and within 3 weeks after birth, kittens under 3 weeks of age, as well as patients with infectious diseases, convalescent and exhausted animals. Do not prescribe the suspension simultaneously with piperazine derivatives and other drugs that inhibit cholinesterase. Special instructions: When using the drug in strict accordance with these instructions, no special instructions are required. Storage conditions: In a dry place, protected from direct sunlight and out of reach of children and animals. Separated from food and feed in the manufacturer's packaging at a temperature of minus 10 to 20 ºС. Shelf life: 3 years.

Undesirable effects

Most cats tolerate the drug well. Undesirable effects are extremely rare. On the first day after taking the tablets, the cat may feel slightly lethargic and have a decrease in appetite. Such manifestations do not require special treatment and disappear on their own.

In animals with hypersensitivity, allergic reactions accompanied by itching were observed. In such cases, the pet should be given an antihistamine and then visit a veterinarian.

You must carefully adhere to the recommended dosage of the anthelmintic medication. Otherwise, the cat may develop severe intoxication. Signs of an anthelmintic overdose are as follows:

• vomit;
• lethargy;
• diarrhea;
• weakness.

In such cases, you should immediately contact a veterinarian. The cat needs urgent detoxification.

How it works

Prazitel is a complex anthelmintic drug. Its extensive effect on all phases of development of tapeworms and roundworms is achieved through a combination of several active ingredients: praziquantel, fenbendazole and pyrantel.

The active ingredients are absorbed in the intestines within 1-4 hours and distributed in the organs and tissues of dogs. They disrupt the processes of energy metabolism of parasites, which leads to their paralysis, subsequent death, and then to the removal of helminths from the body along with feces.

There is a separate suspension for dogs over 6 years old. Instead of regular praziquantel, it contains R-praziquantel: it is more effective, which made it possible to reduce the dosage of the active substance and reduce its negative impact on the pet’s body.

The second active component of the “Special” form – milk thistle extract – has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. It reduces the negative effects of anthelmintic substances and normalizes liver function.

How to give medicine to a cat

One anthelmintic tablet is designed for an animal weighing 3 kg. If the cat weighs less or more than 3 kg, then the dosage is reduced or increased accordingly. Only a veterinarian can calculate the optimal amount of the drug based on the weight of the animal.

It is recommended to carry out anthelmintic therapy in the morning. The tablet can be given to a cat in two ways:

1. Place the drug on the root of the tongue, and then lightly massage the neck so that the animal swallows the medicine.
2. Grind the tablet to a powder and mix into food.

Usually, a single dose of the drug is sufficient to remove parasites. Only in case of severe infestation, the tablets are given again after 10 days.

In order for deworming to be successful and without side effects, you must adhere to the following rules:

1. A few days before taking an anthelmintic, you need to treat your fur with flea repellents.
2. If the cat suffers from infectious diseases or is weakened, then deworming should be postponed until health is fully restored.

The use of tablets does not require prior fasting or following a special diet.

Application

The method of administration and dose of Prazicide depend on the dosage form of the drug. Tablets in 1 g contain 50 mg of pyrantel pamoate and 15 mg of praziquantel, Suspension - 15 mg of pyrantel, 1.5 mg of praziquantel.

It is better to give the medicine in the morning, with a small amount of food. For every 3 kg of cat weight, 1 tablet or 3 ml of suspension is required.

For prevention and in case of mild infestation with worms, a single dose of the drug is sufficient; in case of severe infestation, another treatment should be carried out after 7-10 days. This will rid your pet of those parasites that were at the stage of eggs and larvae during initial treatment.

Veterinarians' opinion

Veterinarians leave both positive and negative reviews about Prazicide tablets for cats. Experts' opinions regarding anthelmintics are divided.

Some veterinarians consider this drug to be an effective remedy against internal parasites. It does not require repeated doses and often removes worms the first time. If repeated deworming is necessary, veterinarians recommend changing the drug.

Experts also emphasize that before anthelmintic treatment, you should be tested for parasite eggs. "Prasicide" has a wide spectrum of action, but it is not capable of destroying all parasites.

Another part of veterinarians has a negative opinion about the drug. Doctors believe that this medicine is quite toxic, especially for small kittens. In their practice, specialists have repeatedly encountered dyspeptic symptoms in animals after using Prazicide. According to veterinarians, today there are more modern and safer means for deworming.

Instructions for use and dosage

Any form of Prazitel is given in the morning on an empty stomach before feeding. Tablets or suspension are force-fed or disguised in a delicacy: a piece of cheese, minced meat, broth. There is no need to pre-give laxatives or go on a starvation diet.

Dosages depend on the release form:

Please note that any suspension must be thoroughly shaken for 1-2 minutes before giving.

Owner reviews

Most cat owners respond positively to the drug. After anthelmintic therapy, the animals' condition improved significantly. The cats' abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea and other manifestations of helminthiasis disappeared. The absence of parasites was confirmed by the results of laboratory tests.

In a small number of animals, after taking the tablets, foam was released from the mouth, the temperature rose, and severe dyspeptic symptoms (severe vomiting, diarrhea) occurred. Such side effects are reported in negative reviews of Prazicide tablets for cats. The instructions indicate that the required amount of medicine is calculated based on the animal’s body weight. It is possible that acute intoxication is associated with an overdose of anthelmintic.

In most cases, small kittens suffered from poisoning, and the drug was used without a veterinarian's prescription. Therefore, before treatment, it is necessary to weigh the animal and, with the help of a specialist, select the optimal dosage of the drug.