. DOSAGE AND TREATMENT:
ROTECTIN-P® is to be administered as a single oral dose of 3 milligrams pyrantel base per pound of body weight. The syringe has four weight mark increments. Each weight mark indicates the recommended dose for 300 pounds of body weight. Body Weight Range
Up to 300 lbs – 1/4 syringe – 900 mg Pyrantel Base
301 to 60 lbs – ½ syringe – 1800 mg Pyrantel Base
601 to 900 lbs – 3/4 syringe – 2700 mg Pyrantel Base
901 to 1200 lbs – 1 full syringe – 3600 mg Pyrantel Base INDICATIONS FOR USE:
For the removal and control of mature infections of large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris, S. edentatus, S. equinus); small strongyles; pinworms (Oxyuris equi); and large roundworms (Parascaris equorum) in horses and ponies. NOTE:
Position screw-gauge over appropriate mark on plunger. Each milliliter contains 226 milligrams pyrantel base as pyrantel pamoate. It is recommended that severely debilitated animals not be treated with this preparation. WARNING
NOT FOR USE IN HORSES INTENDED FOR FOOD. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. CAUTION: CONSULT YOUR VETERINARIAN FOR ASSISTANCE IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT AND CONTROL OF PARASITISM. STORE AT CONTROLLED ROOM TEMPERATURE 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). Size:
Net Content – 18.8 g (15.9mL)
Syringe is approximately 4” L and the tip is approximately 1/4” Administration:
After removing the cap, the paste should be deposited on the dorsum of the tongue. Introduce the nozzle end of the syringe at the corner of the mouth. Direct the syringe backwards and depress the plunger to deposit the paste onto the tongue. Give in this manner, it is unlikely that rejection of the paste will occur. Raising the horse’s head sometimes assists in the swallowing process. When only part of the past has been used, replace the cap on the syringe nozzle. Efficacy:
Critical (worm count) studies in horses demonstrated that pyrantel pamoate administered at the recommended dosage was efficacious against mature infections of Strongylus vulgaris, S. edentatus, S. equinus, Oxyuris equi, Parascaris equorum , and small stongyles Expiration Date and Lot # stamped on thumb pad. |
