Diethylcarbamazine Citrate Dosing for Dogs and Cats By Weight
Important Safety Information
For ascarid treatment in cats, consider repeating treatment in 10-20 days to remove immature worms.
For high-dose ascarid treatment in dogs (110 mg/kg), the dose may be divided into twice daily administration.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 262-263
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Purpose | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | Heartworm prophylaxis | PO | 6.6 mg/kg | Once daily |
| Treatment of ascarids | PO | 55-110 mg/kg | Single treatment (110 mg/kg may be divided into twice daily) | |
| Cats | Ascarid treatment | PO | 55-110 mg/kg | Single treatment (repeat in 10-20 days for immature worms) |
Large Animal Dosage
| No dose has been reported for large animals. |