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Levamisole Injection
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What is Levamisole?
Active Ingredients: Levamisole
Levamisole Injection is an antiparasitic drug and immune stimulant that is used to treat many kinds of nematodes in dogs, cats, poultry and livestock animals like cows, sheep, pigs and goats. In swine, it is used to treat infections caused by Stephanus and Metastrongylus.
Levamisole Hydrochloride is an imidazothiazole that belongs to the class of medicines called anthelmintics. It works as a nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonist. This action causes the continued stimulation of the parasitic worm muscles, leading to paralysis.
It is important to note that Levamisole Injection is for veterinary purposes only.
AdvaCare Pharma is a trusted exporter of Levamisole Injection. This medication is produced in our GMP-certified manufacturing facilities in China, India, and the USA.
Why are we a trusted Levamisole manufacturer?
Levamisole Injection is manufactured and globally distributed by AdvaCare Pharma, a leading manufacturer of veterinary injections in the pharmaceutical industry. We have been committed to distributing high-quality, GMP-certified veterinary medications for the global market for the past 20 years. To ensure that our products meet and surpass our distributors' requirements, we carry out routine internal and third-party facility audits.
Uses
What is Levamisole used for?
It's used to treat parasitic infections caused by gastrointestinal, pulmonary, and other roundworms.
What animals can be treated with Levamisole Injection?
It's recommended for dogs, cats, poultry and livestock like cows, sheep, goats, and pigs. Do not use this drug for horses.
How is a Levamisole Injection used?
This medication has been manufactured as a liquid, which is packaged in a vial. It is intended to be administered by subcutaneous or intramuscular injection. Levamisole Injection is intended for veterinary use only.
How should Levamisole Injection be stored?
This medication should be stored in a dark, dry location under 30°C. The vial should be sealed tightly.
What is the withdrawal period for Levamisole?
The withdrawal time is 3 days for eggs and 7-14 days for meat.
Dosage
How much Levamisole Injection should be given to cows?
The usual dose is 3.3-11mg/kg of body weight.
How much Levamisole Injection should be given to sheep or goats?
The usual dose is 7.5-8mg/kg of body weight, given 3 times per day or 3 times per week. The duration is dependent on the condition being treated.
How much Levamisole Injection should be given to pigs?
The usual dose is 8mg/kg of body weight.
Side Effects
As with all pharmaceuticals, some unwanted effects can occur from the use of Levamisole Injection.
Some common side effects may include but are not limited to:
- hypersalivation (in cattle, goats, or cats)
- lip-licking, head shaking, or trembling (in cattle)
- swelling near site of injection (in cattle)
- excitability (in sheep or cattle)
- depression (in goats)
- pain or stinging at site of injection (in goats)
- gastrointestinal effects (in dogs)
Serious side effects, which maya be caused by overdose, include: • allergic reaction
For a comprehensive list of all possible side effects of this medication, consult a veterinary physician.
Precautions
Do NOT use Levamisole Injection for an animal that:
- has a known allergy or hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
- is pregnant or lactating.
- is a cat with FIV or FIP.
Treatment with this drug should be administered with caution if an animal:
- is debilitated.
- has renal or hepatic impairment.
- is stressed due to vaccination, dehorning, or castration (in cattle).
Avoid administering IM injections to birds.
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