How much pyrantel pamoate should I take?
Do not take more than a total of 1 gram in a single dose. If you are self-treating for pinworms, take the medication once only. Do not repeat the dose without talking with your doctor first.
How much pyrantel should I give my dog?
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Administer 1 teaspoon (5 mL) for each 10 lb of body weight. It is not necessary to withhold food prior to or after treatment. Dogs usually find this dewormer very palatable and will lick the dose from the bowl willingly.
How many doses of pinworm medicine is needed?
Only 1 dose of Reese’s Pinworm Medicine (pyrantel pamoate suspension) is needed. If you miss your dose, take it as soon as you think about it.
How often should pyrantel be given to puppies?
Pyrantel is usually given as a single dose that is repeated in two to three weeks to kill any parasites that have matured during that time. Sometimes puppies and kittens will be treated with pyrantel every two to three weeks between the ages of 2 weeks and 12 weeks if their risk of infection is high.
Is pyrantel safe for puppies?
Pyrantel (Nemex®, Strongid®, others) – effective against roundworms and hookworms. Inexpensive and easy to administer. For dogs and cats. Is safe to give to pregnant animals and to neonatal puppies and kittens.
What medicine is good for pinworms?
The medications used for the treatment of pinworm are either mebendazole, pyrantel pamoate, or albendazole. Any of these drugs are given in one dose initially, and then another single dose of the same drug two weeks later. Pyrantel pamoate is available without prescription.
How safe is pyrantel pamoate?
Pyrantel is a safe, effective, and inexpensive treatment for intestinal worms, and usually cures the condition after a single dose. It has very few side effects and is not known to cause toxicity in humans.
How fast does pyrantel pamoate work in puppies?
Follow the dosing instructions provided by your veterinarian. This medication should take effect within 1 to 2 hours; however, effects may not be noticeably visible and therefore laboratory tests may need to be done to evaluate this medication’s effectiveness.
