Piperazine Adipate Tablets 500mg
Indications
Piperazine Adipate is indicated for the treatment and control of intestinal infections/ infestations of dogs and cats, and may be used from 2 weeks of age.
administration and dosage:
Oral administration.
Puppies and Kittens
200mg/kg as a single dose (1 tablet per 2.5kg bodyweight).
1st dose: 2 weeks of age.
2nd dose: 2 weeks later.
Subsequent doses: every 2 weeks of age until 3 months of age and then at 3 monthly intervals.
Nursing Bitches and Queens
They should be treated at 2 weeks after giving birth and every 2 weeks until weaning. It is advisable to treat bitches and queens at the same time as the puppies or kittens.
Older dogs and cats
200mg/kg as a single dose (1 tablet per 2.5kg body weight) at 9 months of age. Repeat treatment at 3 monthly intervals.
Do not repeat the treatment if vomiting occurs shortly after dosing.
Do not administer more than 6 tablets in a single dose. If no vomiting occurs the remaining dose may be given after 3 hours.
contraindications:
Whilst piperazine salts have few side effects and are of low toxicity, care should be taken, especially with kittens and puppies, to ensure that the correct dosage is calculated by weighing the animal prior to administration of the drug. Animals weighing less than 1.25kg should be treated with a suitable anthelmintic licensed for this purpose.
Do not repeat treatment if vomiting occurs shortly after dosing.
Do not administer more than 6 tablets in a single dose. If no vomiting occurs the remaining dose may be given after 3 hours.
side effects:
Transient neurological effects and urticarial reactions have occasionally been noted.
withdrawal times:
Not applicable.
Storage
Store below 30°C in a dry place. Protect from light.
For Veterinary Use Only
