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What is Albendazole?
Active Ingredients: Albendazole
Albendazole Boluses are an anthelmintic drug used to treat various parasitic infections, including nematodes, cestodes, and protozoa. It is indicated for the treatment and prevention of gastrointestinal and pulmonary nematodiasis, taeniasis, and chronic liver fluke of livestock like camels, cows, sheep and goats.
Albendazole belongs to the drug class called benzimidazole anthelmintics. It exhibits broad-spectrum action against many varieties of worms, such as roundworms, tapeworms, and flukes of domestic animals and humans. The active ingredient works by inhibiting tubulin polymerization. As an effect, the worm's ability to utilize glucose is impaired, which results in immobilization and death.
This drug kills the worms, but eggs can survive a few weeks after treatment, so treatment may need to be repeated. Albendazole has no efficacy against external parasites.
It is important to note that Albendazole Boluses is for veterinary purposes only. This formulation is intended to be prescribed by a veterinary doctor or animal care specialist for an animal.
AdvaCare Pharma is a global distributor of Albendazole Boluses. AdvaCare excels at the production of high-quality yet cost-effective veterinary supplies and medicines. This product has been manufactured in our GMP-certified facilities located in China, India, and the USA.
Why are we a top Albendazole manufacturer?
AdvaCare Pharma is an American-owned and operated company specializing in the manufacture of veterinary medicines. As part of our range of 250+ veterinary formulations, we manufacture Albendazole Boluses under strict GMP guidelines, ensuring efficacy. Our veterinary distributors have confidence in the quality of our products, making AdvaCare Pharma a leading supplier in countries where dependable, cost-effective livestock medications are in high demand.
Uses
What is Albendazole used for?
It's used to treat infections caused by parasites such as:
- Chabertia, Cooperia, Haemonchus, Nematodirus, Oesophagostomum, Ostertagia, Strongyloides, Trichostrongylus (gastrointestinal worms)
- Cystocaulus, Dictyocaulus, Muellerius, Protostrongylus, Neostrongylus (lungworms)
- Moniezia (tapeworms)
- Dicrocoelium, Fasciola hepatica (adult liver flukes, eggs)
What animals can be treated with Albendazole Boluses?
It's recommended for livestock animals like camels, cows, ѕhеер, and gоаtѕ.
How should Albendazole Boluses be stored?
They should be stored in a dark, dry location below 25°C. Keep the boluses in the blister packs until usage.
Is there a withdrawal period after treatment with Albendazole?
The withdrawal time is 12 days for meat and 4 days for milk.
Dosage
How much Albendazole should be given to cattle or camels?
- 3 boluses of 300mg per 100kg of body weight
- 1 bolus of 2500mg per 300kg of body weight
Side Effects
When given at the recommended dosage, there have been few reported side effects caused by the use of Albendazole Boluses. Some side effects may include but are not limited to appetite change and lethargy.
Serious side effects may include:
- allergy or hypersensitivity reactions
- seizures
- signs of a neurological problem (such as head pressing)
- liver toxicity or bone marrow damage in small animals
For a comprehensive list of all possible side effects of this medication, consult a veterinary physician.
Precautions
Do NOT use Albendazole Boluses for an animal that:
- has a known allergy or hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
- is in the first trimester of pregnancy.
- has liver disease.
- has a disorder or disease that affects the blood.
Treatment with this drug should be administered with caution for an animal that:
- is pregnant or lactating.
- is an alpaca, dove, or pigeon.
There are known interactions between Albendazole and other drugs, including cimetidine, dexamethasone, and praziquantel.
Always wash your hands thoroughly after handling this product. Pregnant women should not handle Albendazole products, as it can be absorbed through direct skin contact.
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