Pyrantel Pamoate, Pyrantel Tartrate Dosing for Dogs, Cats, Horses, Pigs By Weight
Important Information
For horses: Medicated feed options include 12.5 mg/kg as a single dose or 2.6 mg/kg/day for prevention.
For pigs: Administer in feed as a single treatment.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 720-721
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | PO | 5 mg/kg | Once PO; repeat in 7-10 days |
| Cats | PO | 20 mg/kg | Once PO; doses may be mixed with food |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | PO | 6.6 mg/kg | For nematodes |
| PO | 13.2 mg/kg | For cestodes | |
| Pigs | PO | 22 mg/kg | Administered in feed as a single treatment |
Additional Information
Horses: Medicated feed options: 12.5 mg/kg as a single dose or 2.6 mg/kg/day for prevention.