Merck Safe-Guard Paste 10%, 25g, 19817383

SAFE-GUARD® (fenbendazole) Paste 10% is indicated for the treatment and control of large strongyles (Strongylus edentatus, S. equinus, S. vulgaris), encysted early 3rd stage (hypobiotic), late 3rd stage and 4th stage cyathostome larvae, small strongyles, pinworms (Oxyuris equi), ascarids (Parascaris equorum), and for the control of arteritis caused by 4th stage larvae of Strongylus vulgaris in horses. For oral use in all horses, foals and ponies. Dosing Information: • For the control of large strongyles, small strongyles, and pinworms, the recommended dose is 2.3 mg/lb (5 mg/kg). • For foals & weanlings less than 18 months of age where ascarids are a common problem: the recommended dose is 4.6 mg/lb (10 mg/kg); one syringe will deworm a 550 lb horse. • For control of hypobiotic (encysted early 3rd stage), late 3rd stage, and 4th stage cyathostome larvae, 4th stage Strongylus vulgaris larvae, the recommended dose is 4.6 mg/lb (10 mg/kg) daily for 5 consecutive days; administer one syringe for each 550 lb body weight per day. • Do not underdose. Ensure each horse receives a complete dose based on a current body weight. Underdosing may result in ineffective treatment and encourage the development of parasite resistance. Refer to the carton for dosage and full directions for use.

FEATURES

• Apple-cinnamon flavor
• Treats and controls ascarids in foals and weanlings at a dose of 4.6 mg/lb
• Treats and controls encysted small red worms; pinworms; and larval Strongylus vulgaris, a cause of arteritis
• Unique Mode of Action – the antiparasitic action of SAFE-GUARD (fenbendazole) Paste 10% is due to the inhibition of energy metabolism in the parasite