It is no secret that helminths cause great harm to the health of our pets. Parasitic worms affect not only the intestines, but also the liver, lungs, heart and other organs. Having settled in the body, they remain invisible for some time, but soon, the owners notice that the animal loses its appetite, weakens and, finally, “uninvited guests” are found in the tray.
A severe form of helminthiasis weakens the immune system and can cause the death of the animal. That is why owners are required to conduct regular anthelmintic events. Today, many drugs of this type have been developed. One of the most effective of them, according to owners and veterinarians, is Kanikvantel Plus. Instructions for use position this drug as an effective remedy for helminths of various groups.
Benefits of the drug
Kanikvantel is successfully used for the prevention and treatment of helminthic infestations in cats, and is a popular drug, because it has the following advantages:
- Individual approach - tablets and Kanikvantel gel are produced with the taste of fish or meat, so animals willingly take it with food. The owner should only choose the right filler.
- You can easily figure out how to give Kanikvantel Plus. The instructions for use attached to each package contain all the necessary recommendations for administration and dosage.
- The price of the drug is quite affordable - 63 rubles per tablet or 960 rubles per gel. This allows once a quarter to carry out the prevention of worms, preventing the development of diseases that can be caused by helminths.
- Subject to all dosage recommendations, the drug has a very gentle effect on the body of cats, while effectively eliminating parasites and is a wonderful prophylactic.
Description of the drug
Kanikvantel (for cats) is available in the form of tablets of 120, 24, and 6 pieces per pack and in the form of a gel placed in special 6-milliliter syringe dispensers. One tablet contains 50 mg of praziquantel and 50 mg of fenbendazole as active ingredients, as well as excipients:
- 10 mg sodium lauryl sulfate;
- 20 mg polyvidone;
- 12 mg meat / fish flavoring;
- 0.6 g of magnesia stearate.
The combination of two active active ingredients provides a powerful anthelmintic effect. The drug is effective against cestodes and nematodes of the lungs and gastrointestinal tract, larval and imaginal stages of parasites.
Fenbendazole disrupts the energy processes in the body of parasites. Praziquantel paralyzes the muscles, provokes the breakdown of tegument - the outer cover of flat helminths.
Store Kanikvantel (for cats) in tightly closed original packaging, in a dry place protected from sunlight, away from feed and food, at a temperature of 0 to +25 ° C. Make sure that the drug is not accessible to children.
Subject to storage conditions, the drug retains its properties for four years from the date of manufacture. After the expiration date, the drug must be disposed of in accordance with the requirements of the law.
Indications for use
Gel or tablets "Kanikvantel" prescribed to animals in two cases:
- If parasites are found.
- For the prevention of invasion.
Kanikvantel is not recommended for the treatment of pregnant and lactating cats and kittens up to three weeks of age. Before using this drug, unlike many analogues, a preliminary hunger diet and the use of laxatives are not required.
Kanikvantel: how to give a cat
Many owners know how difficult it is to give a cat medicine. To obtain the maximum effect, it is necessary to strictly observe the dosage and take into account the age of the animal. One tablet of Kanikvantel (for cats) is designed for ten kilograms of animal weight. Therefore, if your pet weighs no more than five kilograms - the tablet should be divided into two parts.
Rub it into powder and add to the first (morning) portion of food. If the cat refuses to take the drug, prepare a suspension. To do this, grind the tablet and add ten milliliters of water to the powder. Using a syringe without a needle, orally administer Kaniquantel orally before feeding. Dosage for cats - 1 ml of suspension per kilogram of animal weight.
With advanced forms of invasion, the dosage is prescribed by the veterinarian; as an prevention, the anthelmintic should be used every three months.
Gel Instructions
“Caniquantel” (gel) is a jelly-like substance of white color. It is available in a special syringe dispenser. It is applied only orally. Depending on the weight of the animal, the required dose of the drug is squeezed into the oral cavity. To make the procedure a little easier, you can add quite a bit of boiled chilled water to it.
One dose (syringe) contains a drug for a cat weighing ten kilograms. Accordingly, for a smaller animal, the dose is reduced. For convenience, divisions are plotted on the syringe. For maximum effect, give Kanikvantel to the cat again after ten days.
Side effects
Many anthelmintics are very difficult for animals to tolerate. Killing parasites, they injure the body of our pets. Sometimes after the use of such funds, additional treatment may be necessary.
This cannot be said of the Kanikvantel. Subject to the instructions, no side effects were detected in animals. But the manifestation of allergic reactions depends on the individual characteristics of the animal's body. Sometimes, individual components of the drug may cause short-term vomiting or diarrhea. As a rule, such manifestations do not require additional treatment, they soon pass by themselves. But if you notice that the cat is feeling worse, do not waste time - go to the veterinary clinic.
Contraindications
We have already said that Kanikvantel for cats is contraindicated during pregnancy and feeding kittens. In addition, along with this anthelmintic, you should not give drugs that include piperazine.
“Kanikvantel” is a drug that has a mild, gentle effect on the cat’s body, however, it should not be combined with other drugs.
Safety regulations
When working with the drug "Kanikvantel" you must follow the usual rules of personal hygiene :
- prepare and give the drug to the animal in medical gloves;
- people with hypersensitivity to certain components of the drug should avoid direct contact with it;
- if the product gets on the skin or mucous membranes, immediately wash them with running water and soap;
- if allergic reactions are detected or if the drug gets inside it is necessary to urgently go to the hospital with a drug label or instructions;
- after the procedure, wash your hands thoroughly with soap;
- Empty packaging should be disposed of with household waste.
In order to avoid re-infection of the cat with helminths, the owner of the animal must treat the tray of his pet with a disinfectant solution. In addition, places where your cat likes to relax should be handled.
Owner reviews about the drug
According to the owners of cats, this is a really effective drug - Kanikvantel. The reviews of the animal owners confirm that after the first application, a significant improvement in the condition of the animal is observed. However, almost no one talks about any side effects.
Most cats readily accept it with their usual food, but experienced cat-litter recommend mixing the drug with your pet’s favorite treat. The opinions of the owners were divided in one question: what form of the drug is more convenient. Most believe that it is much more convenient to give the gel, for others it is easier to use tablets.