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Febantel

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Febantel

Febantel

Drug type: Generic ingredient • Branded profile • FDA branded products available

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Species: Both

Manufacturer: Multiple FDA labelers

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Febantel

For removal of large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris S. edentatus, S. equinus); ascarids (Parascaris equorum, sexually mature and immature); pinworms (Oxyuris equi-adult and 4th stage larva); and the various small strongyles in horses, foals, and ponies. For removal of ascarids (Parascaris equorum, adult and sexually immature), pinworms (Oxyuris equi-adult and 4th stage larvae), large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris, S. edentatus, S. equinus), and the various small strongyles in horses, breeding stallions and mares, pregnant mares, foals, and ponies. For removal of hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum and Uncinaria stenocephala), whipworms (Trichuris vulpis), ascarids (Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina), and tapeworms (Dipylidium caninum and Taenia pisiformis). Species commonly shown: Both, Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied, Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied.

Generic name
Febantel
Brand names
Rintal® Tabs Anthelmintic Tablets, Rintal® Suspension, Rintal® Paste Cutter Paste, X
Manufacturer
Multiple FDA labelers
Species
Both, Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied, Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied, Horse, Not For Meat Production
Dosage forms
Tablet, Liquid (Suspension), Paste
Prescription
Prescription required
Completeness
100%
Validation
Complete
Brand names
Rintal® Tabs Anthelmintic Tablets Rintal® Suspension Rintal® Paste Cutter Paste X FEBANTEL
Dosage forms
Tablet Liquid (Suspension) Paste

Indications / Uses

For removal of large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris S. edentatus, S. equinus); ascarids (Parascaris equorum, sexually mature and immature); pinworms (Oxyuris equi-adult and 4th stage larva); and the various small strongyles in horses, foals, and ponies. For removal of ascarids (Parascaris equorum, adult and sexually immature), pinworms (Oxyuris equi-adult and 4th stage larvae), large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris, S. edentatus, S. equinus), and the various small strongyles in horses, breeding stallions and mares, pregnant mares, foals, and ponies. For removal of hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum and Uncinaria stenocephala), whipworms (Trichuris vulpis), ascarids (Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina), and tapeworms (Dipylidium caninum and Taenia pisiformis).

Warnings / Contraindications

The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis treatment, and control of parasitism. Administer by stomach tube or drench, or by mixing well into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Febantel suspension may be used in combination with trichlorfon oral liquid when combining 1 part febantel suspension with 5 parts trichlorfon liquid. Do not use in pregnant animals. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with pre-existing liver or kidney dysfunction.

  • The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis treatment, and control of parasitism. Administer by stomach tube or drench, or by mixing well into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Febantel suspension may be used in combination with trichlorfon oral liquid when combining 1 part febantel suspension with 5 parts trichlorfon liquid. Do not use in pregnant animals. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with pre-existing liver or kidney dysfunction.

Side Effects

Top reported reactions (openFDA): Vomiting, Emesis (multiple), Emesis, Diarrhoea, Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - tapeworm, Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological').

FAQ

Both, Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied, Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied, Horse, Not For Meat Production, Horse, Foals, Not For Food, Pony, Not For Food

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Tablet, Liquid (Suspension), Paste

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Used for:

For removal of large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris S. edentatus, S. equinus); ascarids (Parascaris equorum, sexually mature and immature); pinworms (Oxyuris equi-adult and 4th stage larva); and the various small strong...

Dosing note:

Exact dosing depends on your pet's species, weight, and health status. Use your veterinarian's instructions for the exact dose and schedule.

What to watch for:

  • The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration
  • For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary
  • For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks
  • Not for use in horses intended for food
  • Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis treatment, and control of parasitism
  • Administer by stomach tube or drench, or by mixing well into a portion of the normal grain ration
  • Febantel suspension may be used in combination with trichlorfon oral liquid when combining 1 part febantel suspension with 5 parts trichlorfon liquid
  • Do not use in pregnant animals
  • Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with pre-existing liver or kidney dysfunction
  • Pericardial effusion (1 reports)
  • Pancytopenia (1 reports)
  • Increased respiratory rate (1 reports)

When to call the vet:

  • Repeated vomiting or diarrhea.
  • Severe lethargy (hard to wake, very low energy).
  • Collapse or fainting.
  • Trouble breathing.
  • Facial swelling or hives.
  • Blood in vomit or stool.

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Major cautions & emergency warning signs

Side effects to monitor:

  • The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration
  • For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary
  • For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks
  • Not for use in horses intended for food
  • Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis treatment, and control of parasitism

Most reported reactions:

  • Pericardial effusion (1 reports)
  • Pancytopenia (1 reports)
  • Increased respiratory rate (1 reports)

Emergency warning signs:

  • Repeated vomiting or diarrhea.
  • Severe lethargy (hard to wake, very low energy).
  • Collapse or fainting.
  • Trouble breathing.
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Quick Facts

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Species: Both
Manufacturer: Multiple FDA labelers
Form: Liquid (Suspension), Paste, Tablet
Identifiers:
NADA: 107345 NADA: 107346 NADA: 131412 NADA: 133953 NADA: 140912 NADA: 141007 NDC Package: 30798-201-63 NDC Package: 30798-202-61 NDC Package: 30798-203-61 NDC Package: 52133-0047-0 NDC Package: 58198-0056-1 NDC Package: 58198-0056-2 NDC Package: 58198-0057-1 NDC Package: 58198-0057-2 NDC Package: 58198-0058-1 NDC Package: 58198-0058-2 NDC Package: 58198-0065-1 NDC Package: 58198-0066-1 NDC Package: 58198-0067-1 NDC Package: 58198-0068-1
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Warnings / Contraindications

The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis treatment, and control of parasitism. Administer by stomach tube or drench, or by mixing well into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Febantel suspension may be used in combination with trichlorfon oral liquid when combining 1 part febantel suspension with 5 parts trichlorfon liquid. Do not use in pregnant animals. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with pre-existing liver or kidney dysfunction.

  • High: The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis treatment, and control of parasitism. Administer by stomach tube or drench, or by mixing well into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Febantel suspension may be used in combination with trichlorfon oral liquid when combining 1 part febantel suspension with 5 parts trichlorfon liquid. Do not use in pregnant animals. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with pre-existing liver or kidney dysfunction.
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Adverse Reactions

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Tracked signals
32
Reported cases
32
Serious reports
9
Species represented
2
Grouped by Body System
Digestive (4) · Partial anorexia, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea Skin & allergy (1) · Facial swelling (possible allergy) Neurologic (1) · Tiredness (lethargy) Behavior (1) · Behavioral disorder (unspecified) Effectiveness (2) · Lack of efficacy - NOS, Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm Other (23) · Sickness, Pericardial effusion, Pancytopenia
Most Reported Reactions
Reaction Body system Cases Species Serious cases
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 1

Species coverage: Dog (19) Cat (13)

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Reaction Body system Species Seriousness Frequency Reports
Neurologic Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Digestive Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Non-serious - 1
Other Dog Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Dog Non-serious - 1
Digestive Cat Non-serious - 1
Effectiveness Cat Non-serious - 1
Effectiveness Dog Non-serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Non-serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Skin & allergy Dog Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Digestive Dog Non-serious - 1
Digestive Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Dog Non-serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Non-serious - 1
Behavior Dog Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
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Rintal® Paste

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Rintal® Paste Cutter Paste

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Sponsor
Elanco US Inc.
NADA
107-345
Status
OTC
Form
Paste
Route
Oral
Species
Horse, Not For Meat Production • Horse, Foals, Not For Food • Pony, Not For Food
Composition / specifications
The drug is a paste containing 45.5 percent febantel.

Horses (and ponies)

Indication
For removal of large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris S. edentatus, S. equinus); ascarids (Parascaris equorum, sexually mature and immature); pinworms (Oxyuris equi-adult and 4th stage larva); and the various small strongyles in horses, foals, and ponies.
Dosage
6 milligrams per kilogram (2.73 milligrams per pound) of body weight in horses.
Limitations
The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis treatment, and control of parasitism.

Cutter Paste

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Rintal® Paste Cutter Paste

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Sponsor
Elanco US Inc.
NADA
107-345
Status
OTC
Form
Paste
Route
Oral
Species
Horse, Not For Meat Production • Horse, Foals, Not For Food • Pony, Not For Food
Composition / specifications
The drug is a paste containing 45.5 percent febantel.

Horses (and ponies)

Indication
For removal of large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris S. edentatus, S. equinus); ascarids (Parascaris equorum, sexually mature and immature); pinworms (Oxyuris equi-adult and 4th stage larva); and the various small strongyles in horses, foals, and ponies.
Dosage
6 milligrams per kilogram (2.73 milligrams per pound) of body weight in horses.
Limitations
The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis treatment, and control of parasitism.

Rintal® Suspension

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Rintal® Suspension

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Sponsor
Elanco US Inc.
NADA
107-346
Status
OTC
Form
Liquid (Suspension)
Route
Nasogastric, Oral
Species
Horse, Not For Meat Production • Horse, Foals, Not For Food • Pony, Not For Food
Composition / specifications
The suspension contains 9.3 percent (2.75 grams per ounce) febantel.

Horses (and ponies)

Indication
For removal of ascarids (Parascaris equorum, adult and sexually immature), pinworms (Oxyuris equi-adult and 4th stage larvae), large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris, S. edentatus, S. equinus), and the various small strongyles in horses, breeding stallions and mares, pregnant mares, foals, and ponies.
Dosage
3 milliliters per 100 pounds body weight or 1 fluid ounce per 1000 pounds (6 milligrams per kilogram body weight). Allow animal to consume a portion of daily grain ration; administer mixture by stomach tube at rate of 18 milliliters per 100 pounds of body weight.
Limitations
Administer by stomach tube or drench, or by mixing well into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Febantel suspension may be used in combination with trichlorfon oral liquid when combining 1 part febantel suspension with 5 parts trichlorfon liquid.

Rintal® Tabs Anthelmintic Tablets

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Sponsor
Elanco US Inc.
NADA
140-912
Status
RX
Form
Tablet
Route
Oral
Species
Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each scored tablet contains 27.2 milligrams of febantel for use in dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens or 163.3 milligrams of febantel for use in dogs, puppies, and cats.

Dogs (Puppies Under 6 Months)

Indication
For removal of hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum and Uncinaria stenocephala), ascarids (Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina) and whipworms (Trichuris vulpis).
Dosage
15 milligrams per kilogram body weight. Administer once daily for 3 consecutive days.
Limitations
Do not use in pregnant animals. Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with preexisting liver or kidney dysfunction. Administer to puppies and kittens on a full stomach. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Dogs (Over 6 Months)

Indication
For removal of hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum and Uncinaria stenocephala), ascarids (Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina) and whipworms (Trichuris vulpis).
Dosage
10 milligrams per kilogram body weight. Administer once daily for 3 consecutive days.
Limitations
Do not use in pregnant animals. Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with preexisting liver or kidney dysfunction. Administer to puppies and kittens on a full stomach. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Cats (Kittens Under 6 Months)

Indication
For removal of hookworms (Ancylostoma tubaeforme) and ascarids (Toxocara cati).
Dosage
15 milligrams per kilogram body weight. Administer once daily for 3 consecutive days.
Limitations
Do not use in pregnant animals. Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with preexisting liver or kidney dysfunction. Administer to puppies and kittens on a full stomach. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Cats (Over 6 Months)

Indication
For removal of hookworms (Ancylostoma tubaeforme) and ascarids (Toxocara cati).
Dosage
10 milligrams per kilogram body weight. Administer once daily for 3 consecutive days.
Limitations
Do not use in pregnant animals. Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with preexisting liver or kidney dysfunction. Administer to puppies and kittens on a full stomach. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FEBANTEL SPL

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UCM478240.pdf

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N141007_Orig_5_19_1994.pdf

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N141007_Supp_03-28-1996.pdf

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ucm116050.pdf

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ucm116081.pdf

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N133953_Supp_09_12_1991.pdf

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Official (FDA)
Identity: Generic ingredient • FDA branded products available
Official FDA brands: FEBANTEL X
Manufacturer mapping: Multiple FDA labelers
Catalog species: Both • FDA-labeled species: Cat, Dog, Horse, Pony
Rx/OTC: OTC, RX
Form/route: Liquid (Suspension), Paste, Tablet • Nasogastric, Oral
Applications: NADA 107-345 • NADA 107-346 • NADA 140-912
NDC: Packages 52133-0047-0 62157-442-01 • Products 52133 62157
Documents: 1 (FOI: 1) • SPL: 4 • Label highlights • Official documents
Safety (openFDA)
Top reactions: Dog 0 • Cat 0 • View
Case summaries: 0
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Counseling and Monitoring Highlights

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Owner-facing counseling points
  • The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis treatment, and control of parasitism. Administer by stomach tube or drench, or by mixing well into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Febantel suspension may be used in combination with trichlorfon oral liquid when combining 1 part febantel suspension with 5 parts trichlorfon liquid. Do not use in pregnant animals. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with pre-existing liver or kidney dysfunction. (Contraindication, High)
Top reaction signals
Pericardial effusion (1) Pancytopenia (1) Increased respiratory rate (1) Inappropriate urination (1) Fluid in abdomen NOS (1) Febrile (1) Discomfort NOS (1) Discoloured urine (1)

Identifiers & Packages

Normalized identifiers (NDC/NADA/ANADA) and package metadata from regulator listings.

Identifiers
NADA: 107345 NADA: 107346 NADA: 131412 NADA: 133953 NADA: 140912 NADA: 141007 NDC Package: 30798-201-63 NDC Package: 30798-202-61 NDC Package: 30798-203-61 NDC Package: 52133-0047-0 NDC Package: 58198-0056-1 NDC Package: 58198-0056-2 NDC Package: 58198-0057-1 NDC Package: 58198-0057-2 NDC Package: 58198-0058-1 NDC Package: 58198-0058-2 NDC Package: 58198-0065-1 NDC Package: 58198-0066-1 NDC Package: 58198-0067-1 NDC Package: 58198-0068-1 NDC Package: 58198-0069-1 NDC Package: 58198-0070-1 NDC Package: 62157-442-01 NDC Product: 30798
Package NDC Product NDC Form / Route Status
30798-201-63 30798 -
30798-202-61 30798 -
30798-203-61 30798 -
52133-0047-0 52133 -
58198-0056-1 58198 -
58198-0056-2 58198 -
58198-0057-1 58198 -
58198-0057-2 58198 -
58198-0058-1 58198 -
58198-0058-2 58198 -
58198-0065-1 58198 -
58198-0066-1 58198 -
58198-0067-1 58198 -
58198-0068-1 58198 -
58198-0069-1 58198 -
58198-0070-1 58198 -
62157-442-01 62157 -

Enriched Documents

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  • FEBANTEL SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • X SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • N141007_Orig_5_19_1994.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 15, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 141007
  • N141007_Supp_03-28-1996.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 15, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 141007
  • ucm116050.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 15, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 141007
  • ucm116081.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 15, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 141007
  • N133953_Supp_09_12_1991.pdf • FOI summary • Official • July 10, 2017
    FDA FOI summary for application 133953
  • UCM478240.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 1, 2016
    FDA FOI summary for application 140912

Data Sources & Change Log

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Official 36 Clinical 2 Manufacturer 0 Marketing 0
Current Field Facts
  • side_effects: Top reported reactions (openFDA): Vomiting, Emesis (multiple), Emesis, Diarrhoea, Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - tapeworm, Lethargy (see also Central nervou… (Clinical, 2026-05-02)
  • side_effects: Top reported reactions (openFDA): Vomiting, Emesis (multiple), Emesis, Diarrhoea, Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - tapeworm, Lethargy (see also Central nervou… (Clinical, 2026-04-11)
  • contraindications: The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinf… (Official, 2026-05-02)
  • contraindications: The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinf… (Official, 2026-04-30)
  • contraindications: The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinf… (Official, 2026-04-11)
  • contraindications: The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinf… (Official, 2026-02-12)
  • indications: Rintal® Tabs Anthelmintic Tablets are indicated for the removal of the following nematode parasites: In Dogs and Puppies: Hookworms (Ancylosotoma caninum, Unci… (Official, 2026-05-05)
  • indications: Rintal® Tabs Anthelmintic Tablets are indicated for the removal of the following nematode parasites: In Dogs and Puppies: Hookworms (Ancylosotoma caninum, Unci… (Official, 2026-05-03)
  • indications: Rintal® Tabs Anthelmintic Tablets are indicated for the removal of the following nematode parasites: In Dogs and Puppies: Hookworms (Ancylosotoma caninum, Unci… (Official, 2026-05-02)
  • indications: Rintal® Tabs Anthelmintic Tablets are indicated for the removal of the following nematode parasites: In Dogs and Puppies: Hookworms (Ancylosotoma caninum, Unci… (Official, 2026-04-29)
  • indications: Rintal® Tabs Anthelmintic Tablets are indicated for the removal of the following nematode parasites: In Dogs and Puppies: Hookworms (Ancylosotoma caninum, Unci… (Official, 2026-04-28)
  • indications: Rintal® Tabs Anthelmintic Tablets are indicated for the removal of the following nematode parasites: In Dogs and Puppies: Hookworms (Ancylosotoma caninum, Unci… (Official, 2026-04-27)
  • indications: Rintal® Tabs Anthelmintic Tablets are indicated for the removal of the following nematode parasites: In Dogs and Puppies: Hookworms (Ancylosotoma caninum, Unci… (Official, 2026-04-26)
  • indications: Rintal® Tabs Anthelmintic Tablets are indicated for the removal of the following nematode parasites: In Dogs and Puppies: Hookworms (Ancylosotoma caninum, Unci… (Official, 2026-04-25)
  • indications: Rintal® Tabs Anthelmintic Tablets are indicated for the removal of the following nematode parasites: In Dogs and Puppies: Hookworms (Ancylosotoma caninum, Unci… (Official, 2026-04-22)
  • manufacturer_name: Multiple FDA labelers (Official, 2026-05-05)
  • manufacturer_name: Multiple FDA labelers (Official, 2026-05-03)
  • manufacturer_name: Multiple FDA labelers (Official, 2026-05-02)
  • manufacturer_name: Multiple FDA labelers (Official, 2026-04-29)
  • manufacturer_name: Multiple FDA labelers (Official, 2026-04-28)
Recent Revisions
  • side_effects updated 2026-05-02 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • contraindications updated 2026-05-02 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • usage updated 2026-05-02 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • side_effects updated 2026-04-30 10:09 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • contraindications updated 2026-04-30 10:09 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • usage updated 2026-04-30 10:09 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • side_effects updated 2026-04-11 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • contraindications updated 2026-04-11 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • usage updated 2026-04-11 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • side_effects updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • contraindications updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • usage updated 2026-02-12 22:44 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields

FDA Products & Applications (Animal Drugs @ FDA)

Official sponsor/proprietary-name/application-status records linked by active ingredient.

Product Sponsor Application Status Published
Rintal® Paste Cutter Paste
OTC
Febantel
Paste • Oral
Label highlights
Official documents
Elanco US Inc. NADA 107-345 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Rintal® Suspension
OTC
Febantel
Liquid (Suspension) • Nasogastric, Oral
Label highlights
Official documents
Elanco US Inc. NADA 107-346 Approved Jun 1, 2016
Rintal® Tabs Anthelmintic Tablets
RX
Febantel
Tablet • Oral
Label highlights
Official documents
Elanco US Inc. NADA 140-912 Approved Jun 1, 2016

Data source: FDA Animal Drugs @ FDA (public search export).

What It's For (FDA Label Highlights)

Extracted from FDA Animal Drugs @ FDA product labeling. Always confirm details with your veterinarian.

Species: Horse, Not For Meat Production • Horse, Foals, Not For Food • Pony, Not For Food
Composition / specifications
The drug is a paste containing 45.5 percent febantel.
Horses (and ponies)
Indication
For removal of large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris S. edentatus, S. equinus); ascarids (Parascaris equorum, sexually mature and immature); pinworms (Oxyuris equi-adult and 4th stage larva); and the various small strongyles in horses, foals, and ponies.
Dosage
6 milligrams per kilogram (2.73 milligrams per pound) of body weight in horses.
Limitations
The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis treatment, and control of parasitism.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Horse, Not For Meat Production • Horse, Foals, Not For Food • Pony, Not For Food
Composition / specifications
The suspension contains 9.3 percent (2.75 grams per ounce) febantel.
Horses (and ponies)
Indication
For removal of ascarids (Parascaris equorum, adult and sexually immature), pinworms (Oxyuris equi-adult and 4th stage larvae), large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris, S. edentatus, S. equinus), and the various small strongyles in horses, breeding stallions and mares, pregnant mares, foals, and ponies.
Dosage
3 milliliters per 100 pounds body weight or 1 fluid ounce per 1000 pounds (6 milligrams per kilogram body weight). Allow animal to consume a portion of daily grain ration; administer mixture by stomach tube at rate of 18 milliliters per 100 pounds of body weight.
Limitations
Administer by stomach tube or drench, or by mixing well into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Febantel suspension may be used in combination with trichlorfon oral liquid when combining 1 part febantel suspension with 5 parts trichlorfon liquid.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied • Cat, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
Each scored tablet contains 27.2 milligrams of febantel for use in dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens or 163.3 milligrams of febantel for use in dogs, puppies, and cats.
Dogs (Puppies Under 6 Months)
Indication
For removal of hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum and Uncinaria stenocephala), ascarids (Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina) and whipworms (Trichuris vulpis).
Dosage
15 milligrams per kilogram body weight. Administer once daily for 3 consecutive days.
Limitations
Do not use in pregnant animals. Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with preexisting liver or kidney dysfunction. Administer to puppies and kittens on a full stomach. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Dogs (Over 6 Months)
Indication
For removal of hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum and Uncinaria stenocephala), ascarids (Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina) and whipworms (Trichuris vulpis).
Dosage
10 milligrams per kilogram body weight. Administer once daily for 3 consecutive days.
Limitations
Do not use in pregnant animals. Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with preexisting liver or kidney dysfunction. Administer to puppies and kittens on a full stomach. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Cats (Kittens Under 6 Months)
Indication
For removal of hookworms (Ancylostoma tubaeforme) and ascarids (Toxocara cati).
Dosage
15 milligrams per kilogram body weight. Administer once daily for 3 consecutive days.
Limitations
Do not use in pregnant animals. Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with preexisting liver or kidney dysfunction. Administer to puppies and kittens on a full stomach. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Cats (Over 6 Months)
Indication
For removal of hookworms (Ancylostoma tubaeforme) and ascarids (Toxocara cati).
Dosage
10 milligrams per kilogram body weight. Administer once daily for 3 consecutive days.
Limitations
Do not use in pregnant animals. Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with preexisting liver or kidney dysfunction. Administer to puppies and kittens on a full stomach. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Usage

For removal of large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris S. edentatus, S. equinus); ascarids (Parascaris equorum, sexually mature and immature); pinworms (Oxyuris equi-adult and 4th stage larva); and the various small strongyles in horses, foals, and ponies. For removal of ascarids (Parascaris equorum, adult and sexually immature), pinworms (Oxyuris equi-adult and 4th stage larvae), large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris, S. edentatus, S. equinus), and the various small strongyles in horses, breeding stallions and mares, pregnant mares, foals, and ponies. For removal of hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum and Uncinaria stenocephala), whipworms (Trichuris vulpis), ascarids (Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina), and tapeworms (Dipylidium caninum and Taenia pisiformis).

Source: FDA Animal Drugs @ FDA • Reference

Contraindications

The paste may be administered on the base of the tongue or well mixed into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis treatment, and control of parasitism. Administer by stomach tube or drench, or by mixing well into a portion of the normal grain ration. For animals maintained on premises where reinfection is likely to occur, re-treatment may be necessary. For most effective results, retreat in 6 to 8 weeks. Not for use in horses intended for food. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Febantel suspension may be used in combination with trichlorfon oral liquid when combining 1 part febantel suspension with 5 parts trichlorfon liquid. Do not use in pregnant animals. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Consider alternative therapy or use with caution in animals with pre-existing liver or kidney dysfunction.

Top Reported Reactions (openFDA)

De-duplicated reaction terms grouped by body system from FDA openFDA reports (not verified; does not prove causation).

Digestive
Partial anorexia (1) • Cat Loss of appetite (1) • Cat Diarrhea (1) • Dog Decreased appetite (1) • Cat

Showing top 5 for Digestive.

Skin & allergy
Facial swelling (possible allergy) (1) • Dog

Showing top 5 for Skin & allergy.

Neurologic
Tiredness (1) • Cat

Showing top 5 for Neurologic.

Behavior
Behavioral disorder (1) • Dog

Showing top 5 for Behavior.

Effectiveness
Lack of efficacy - NOS (1) • Cat Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm (1) • Dog

Showing top 5 for Effectiveness.

Other
Sickness (1) • Cat Pericardial effusion (1) • Dog Pancytopenia (1) • Dog Overdose (1) • Dog Other abnormal test result NOS (1) • Dog
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Not himself/herself (1) • Cat Not eating (1) • Cat Not drinking (1) • Cat Lying down (1) • Dog Increased respiratory rate (1) • Dog Inappropriate urination (1) • Dog Hypersensitivity reaction (1) • Dog Fluid in abdomen NOS (1) • Dog Febrile (1) • Dog Distension of abdomen (1) • Cat Discomfort NOS (1) • Dog Discoloured urine (1) • Dog Decreased activity (1) • Dog Death (1) • Dog Bloated stomach (1) • Dog Administration error NOS (1) • Cat Adipsia (1) • Cat Accidental exposure (1) • Cat

Showing top 5 for Other.

Data source: FDA openFDA Animal & Veterinary adverse event reports.

Adverse Event Case Summaries (openFDA)

These are individual FDA adverse event reports. They are unverified and do not prove the medication caused the reaction.

No case-level openFDA reports are linked for this medication yet.

Data source: FDA openFDA Animal & Veterinary adverse event reports.

Overdose Information

No approved overdose-management text is linked yet. If overdose is suspected, contact a veterinarian or emergency clinic immediately.

Storage & Handling

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