Product Uses
Droncit Canine Cestocide Tablets are indicated for the removal of the following canine tapeworms:Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, Echinococcus granulosus and for the removal and control of Echinococcus multilocularis.
Product Contains
34 mg praziquantel.
Dosage and Administration
Droncit Canine Cestocide Tablets may be administered directly into the mouth or crumbled and mixed with the feed. The recommended dosage of praziquantel varies according to body weight. Smaller animals require a relatively larger dosage because of their higher metabolic rate. The optimum dose for each individual animal will be achieved by utilizing the following dosage schedule for dogs and puppies: 5lbs and under: 1/2 a tablet; 6-10lbs: 1 tablet; 11-15lbs:1 1/2 tablets; 16-30lbs: 2 tablets; 31-45lbs: 3 tablets; 45-60lbs:4 tablets; over 60lbs: 5 tablets. The recommended dosage of praziquantel is not affected by the presence or absence of food in the gastrointestinal tract. It is not necessary to fast animals prior to administration of Droncit
For those animals maintained on premises where reinfections are likely to occur, steps should be taken to prevent reinfection; otherwise, retreatment may be necessary. In flea tapeworm (Dipylidium caninum) infections, reinfection is almost certain to occur if fleas are not removed from the animal and its environment. In addition, in areas where Echinococcus multilocularis (a potential public health risk) is present and there is continual exposure of dogs to wild rodents, a program of regular treatment every 21 to 26 days may be indicated to prevent the shedding of infectious eggs. Treat all kennel areas with sodium hypochlorite and allow them to dry completely before reuse in addition to treating the dog.
Warnings, Side Effects and Drug Interactions
There are no known contraindications to the use of praziquantel in dogs except that the product is not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. The product has a high safety margin. Symptoms of overdosage may include vomition, salivation, diarrhea and depression. Droncit has been tested in breeding and pregnant dogs and no adverse effects of treatment were noted.
Storage
Store at room temperature.
Manufacturer
Bayer HealthCare LLC, Animal Health Division
Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Droncit for Dogs
