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Praziquantel

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Praziquantel

Praziquantel

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

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Species: Both

Manufacturer: Multiple FDA labelers

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Praziquantel

For removal of canine cestodes: Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis. For removal of feline cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis. For removal of the canine cestode Echinococcus granulosus , and for removal and control of the canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis . For removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia pisiformis . Species commonly shown: Both, Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age, Cats and kittens, excluding kittens under 6 weeks age.

Generic name
Praziquantel
Brand names
Droncit™ 5.68% Injectible Solution, Droncit® Feline Cestocide Tablets Praziquantel 34 (Rx) Droncit® Canine Cestocide Tablets Tapeworm Dewormer for Dogs (OTC) Tapeworm Dewormer for Cats (OTC), Prazitech™, Praziquantel Injection
Manufacturer
Multiple FDA labelers
Species
Both, Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age, Cats and kittens, excluding kittens under 6 weeks age, Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Dosage forms
Tablet, Liquid (Solution), Injectable Solution, Chewable Tablets
Prescription
Prescription required
Completeness
100%
Validation
Complete
Brand names
Droncit™ 5.68% Injectible Solution Droncit® Feline Cestocide Tablets Praziquantel 34 (Rx) Droncit® Canine Cestocide Tablets Tapeworm Dewormer for Dogs (OTC) Tapeworm Dewormer for Cats (OTC) Prazitech™ Praziquantel Injection Praziquantel Tablets TAPEWORM DEWORMER FOR DOGS Praziquantel Durvet Feline Tape Tabs for Cats PraziCleanse Tapeworm Dewormer for Cats DACTYMOR Droncit Canine Cestocide Droncit Droncit Feline Cestocide AX Pharmaceutical Corp X GiarCidia Prazi Worm and Parasites Aquarium Cure Program Salt Worm and Parasites Aquarium Cure Program Fresh
Dosage forms
Tablet Liquid (Solution) Injectable Solution Chewable Tablets

Indications / Uses

For removal of canine cestodes: Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis. For removal of feline cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis. For removal of the canine cestode Echinococcus granulosus , and for removal and control of the canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis . For removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia pisiformis .

Warnings / Contraindications

Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. Federal law restricts the drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Not intended for use in kittens less than 6 weeks of age. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed. Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age.

  • Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. Federal law restricts the drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Not intended for use in kittens less than 6 weeks of age. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed. Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age.

Side Effects

Top reported reactions (openFDA): Vomiting, Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - heartworm, Diarrhoea, INEFFECTIVE, HOOKS, Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological'), Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm.

FAQ

Both, Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age, Cats and kittens, excluding kittens under 6 weeks age, Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied

Yes. Roxee shows this as prescription-only.

Tablet, Liquid (Solution), Injectable Solution, Chewable Tablets

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Used for:

For removal of feline cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis .

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:

  • Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age
  • Not intended for use in kittens less than 6 weeks of age
  • Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed
  • Twitching (1 reports)
  • Grand mal seizure (1 reports)
  • Fever (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:

  • Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age
  • Not intended for use in kittens less than 6 weeks of age
  • Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed
  • Twitching
  • Grand mal seizure

Most reported reactions:

  • Twitching (1 reports)
  • Grand mal seizure (1 reports)
  • Fever (1 reports)

Emergency warning signs:

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

Quick Facts

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Species: Both
Manufacturer: Multiple FDA labelers
Form: Chewable Tablets, Injectable Solution, Liquid (Solution), Tablet
Identifiers:
ANADA: 200176 ANADA: 200501 ANADA: 200734 ANADA: 200834 NADA: 111607 NADA: 111798 NADA: 133953 NADA: 141007 NADA: 141008 NADA: 141214 NADA: 141215 NADA: 141216 NADA: 141257 NADA: 141261 NADA: 141275 NADA: 141333 NADA: 141338 NADA: 141421 NADA: 141441 NADA: 141492
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Warnings / Contraindications

Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. Federal law restricts the drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Not intended for use in kittens less than 6 weeks of age. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed. Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age.

  • High: Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. Federal law restricts the drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Not intended for use in kittens less than 6 weeks of age. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed. Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age.
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Adverse Reactions

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Tracked signals
32
Reported cases
32
Serious reports
6
Species represented
2
Grouped by Body System
Digestive (3) · Vomiting, Diarrhea, Blood in vomit Skin & allergy (2) · Twitching, Application site hair loss Neurologic (1) · Grand mal seizure Effectiveness (7) · Lack of efficacy - NOS, Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - whipworm, Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - tapeworm Other (19) · Weight loss, Stiffness limb, Not eating
Most Reported Reactions
Reaction Body system Cases Species Serious cases
Skin & allergy 1 Cat 1
Neurologic 1 Cat 1
Other 1 Cat 1
Other 1 Cat 1
Other 1 Cat 1
Other 1 Dog 1
Other 1 Dog 0
Digestive 1 Dog 0

Species coverage: Cat (21) Dog (11)

View detailed reaction table
Reaction Body system Species Seriousness Frequency Reports
Other Dog Non-serious - 1
Digestive Dog Non-serious - 1
Skin & allergy Cat Serious - 1
Other Dog Non-serious - 1
Other Dog Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Effectiveness Cat Non-serious - 1
Effectiveness Dog Non-serious - 1
Effectiveness Dog Non-serious - 1
Effectiveness Cat Non-serious - 1
Effectiveness Cat Non-serious - 1
Effectiveness Dog Non-serious - 1
Effectiveness Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Dog Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Neurologic Cat Serious - 1
Other Cat Serious - 1
Other Cat Serious - 1
Other Cat Serious - 1
Digestive Dog Non-serious - 1
Other Dog Serious - 1
Other Dog Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Digestive Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
Skin & allergy Cat Non-serious - 1
Other Cat Non-serious - 1
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SPL

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FOI

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Praziquantel Tablets

SPL · SPL

FDA Structured Product Label

Praziquantel Tablets

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Sponsor
Felix Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
ANADA
200-834
Status
RX
Form
Chewable Tablets
Route
Oral
Composition / specifications
Each chewable tablet contains 23 mg praziquantel.

Cats

Indication

For removal of feline cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis.

Dosage

Cats 4 pounds and under, 11.5 mg; 5 to 11 pounds, 23 mg; over 11 pounds, 34.5 mg.

Praziquantel Tablets

SPL · SPL

FDA Structured Product Label

Praziquantel Tablets

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Sponsor
Felix Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
ANADA
200-734
Status
RX
Form
Chewable Tablets
Route
Oral
Species
Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
34 mg per tablet

Dogs

Indication

For the removal of the following canine cestodes: Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, Echinococcus granulosus and for the removal and control of Echinococcus multilocularis.

Dosage

Dogs 5 pounds (lb) and under, 1/2 tablet (17 mg); 6 to 10 lb, 1 tablet (34 mg); 11 to 15 lb, 1 1/2tablets (51 mg); 16 to 30 lb, 2 tablets (68 mg); 31 to 45 lb, 3 tablets (102 mg); 46 to 60 lb, 4 tablets (136mg); over 60 lb, 5 tablets maximum (170 mg). Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed.

Droncit™ 5.68% Injectible Solution

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FDA Structured Product Label

Droncit™ 5.68% Injectible Solution

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Sponsor
Elanco US Inc.
NADA
111-607
Status
RX
Form
Liquid (Solution)
Route
Subcutaneous, Intramuscular
Species
Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age • Cats and kittens, excluding kittens under 6 weeks age
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter contains 56.8 milligrams of praziquantel.

Dogs

Indication
For removal of canine cestodes: Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis.
Dosage
For dogs 5 pounds and under, 0.3 milliliter (17.0 milligrams); for 6 to 10 pounds, 0.5 milliliter (28.4 milligrams); for 11 to 25 pounds, 1.0 milliliter (56.8 milligrams); if over 25 Pounds, 0.2 milliliter (11.4 milligrams) per 5 pounds body weight to a maximum of 3 milliliters (170.4 milligrams). For subcutaneous or intramuscular use.
Limitations
Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. Federal law restricts the drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Cats

Indication
For removal of feline cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis.
Dosage
For cats under 5 pounds, 0.2 milliliter (11.4 milligrams); 5 to 10 pounds, 0.4 milliliter (22.7 milligrams); 11 pounds and over, 0.6 milliliter (34.1 milligrams) maximum. For subcutaneous or intramuscular injection.
Limitations
Not intended for use in kittens less than 6 weeks of age. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Droncit® Feline Cestocide Tablets

SPL · SPL

FDA Structured Product Label

Droncit® Feline Cestocide Tablets Praziquantel 34 (Rx) Droncit® Canine Cestocide Tablets Tapeworm Dewormer for Dogs (OTC) Tapeworm Dewormer for Cats (OTC)

Rendered from Roxee's cached FDA SPL package contents for on-page reading. Use Open original for the raw FDA ZIP/XML source.

Sponsor
Elanco US Inc.
NADA
111-798
Status
RX
Form
Tablet
Route
Oral
Species
Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age
Composition / specifications
Each dog tablet contains 34 milligrams of praziquantel

Dogs

Indication

For removal of the canine cestode Echinococcus granulosus, and for removal and control of the canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis. For removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia pisiformis.

Dosage

5 pounds and under, 1/2 tablet (17 milligrams); 6 to 10 pounds, 1 tablet (34 milligrams); 11 to 15 pounds, 1 1/2 tablets (51 milligrams); 16 to 30 pounds, 2 tablets (68 milligrams); 31 to 45 pounds, 3 tablets (102 milligrams); 46 to 60 pounds, 4 tablets (136 milligrams); over 60 pounds, 5 tablets maximum (170 milligrams).

Limitations

Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed. Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age.

Praziquantel 34 (Rx)

SPL · SPL

FDA Structured Product Label

Droncit® Feline Cestocide Tablets Praziquantel 34 (Rx) Droncit® Canine Cestocide Tablets Tapeworm Dewormer for Dogs (OTC) Tapeworm Dewormer for Cats (OTC)

Rendered from Roxee's cached FDA SPL package contents for on-page reading. Use Open original for the raw FDA ZIP/XML source.

Sponsor
Elanco US Inc.
NADA
111-798
Status
RX
Form
Tablet
Route
Oral
Species
Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age
Composition / specifications
Each dog tablet contains 34 milligrams of praziquantel

Dogs

Indication

For removal of the canine cestode Echinococcus granulosus, and for removal and control of the canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis. For removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia pisiformis.

Dosage

5 pounds and under, 1/2 tablet (17 milligrams); 6 to 10 pounds, 1 tablet (34 milligrams); 11 to 15 pounds, 1 1/2 tablets (51 milligrams); 16 to 30 pounds, 2 tablets (68 milligrams); 31 to 45 pounds, 3 tablets (102 milligrams); 46 to 60 pounds, 4 tablets (136 milligrams); over 60 pounds, 5 tablets maximum (170 milligrams).

Limitations

Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed. Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age.

Droncit® Canine Cestocide Tablets

SPL · SPL

FDA Structured Product Label

Droncit® Feline Cestocide Tablets Praziquantel 34 (Rx) Droncit® Canine Cestocide Tablets Tapeworm Dewormer for Dogs (OTC) Tapeworm Dewormer for Cats (OTC)

Rendered from Roxee's cached FDA SPL package contents for on-page reading. Use Open original for the raw FDA ZIP/XML source.

Sponsor
Elanco US Inc.
NADA
111-798
Status
RX
Form
Tablet
Route
Oral
Species
Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age
Composition / specifications
Each dog tablet contains 34 milligrams of praziquantel

Dogs

Indication

For removal of the canine cestode Echinococcus granulosus, and for removal and control of the canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis. For removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia pisiformis.

Dosage

5 pounds and under, 1/2 tablet (17 milligrams); 6 to 10 pounds, 1 tablet (34 milligrams); 11 to 15 pounds, 1 1/2 tablets (51 milligrams); 16 to 30 pounds, 2 tablets (68 milligrams); 31 to 45 pounds, 3 tablets (102 milligrams); 46 to 60 pounds, 4 tablets (136 milligrams); over 60 pounds, 5 tablets maximum (170 milligrams).

Limitations

Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed. Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age.

Tapeworm Dewormer for Dogs (OTC)

SPL · SPL

FDA Structured Product Label

Droncit® Feline Cestocide Tablets Praziquantel 34 (Rx) Droncit® Canine Cestocide Tablets Tapeworm Dewormer for Dogs (OTC) Tapeworm Dewormer for Cats (OTC)

Rendered from Roxee's cached FDA SPL package contents for on-page reading. Use Open original for the raw FDA ZIP/XML source.

Sponsor
Elanco US Inc.
NADA
111-798
Status
RX
Form
Tablet
Route
Oral
Species
Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age
Composition / specifications
Each dog tablet contains 34 milligrams of praziquantel

Dogs

Indication

For removal of the canine cestode Echinococcus granulosus, and for removal and control of the canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis. For removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia pisiformis.

Dosage

5 pounds and under, 1/2 tablet (17 milligrams); 6 to 10 pounds, 1 tablet (34 milligrams); 11 to 15 pounds, 1 1/2 tablets (51 milligrams); 16 to 30 pounds, 2 tablets (68 milligrams); 31 to 45 pounds, 3 tablets (102 milligrams); 46 to 60 pounds, 4 tablets (136 milligrams); over 60 pounds, 5 tablets maximum (170 milligrams).

Limitations

Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed. Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age.

Tapeworm Dewormer for Cats (OTC)

SPL · SPL

FDA Structured Product Label

Droncit® Feline Cestocide Tablets Praziquantel 34 (Rx) Droncit® Canine Cestocide Tablets Tapeworm Dewormer for Dogs (OTC) Tapeworm Dewormer for Cats (OTC)

Rendered from Roxee's cached FDA SPL package contents for on-page reading. Use Open original for the raw FDA ZIP/XML source.

Sponsor
Elanco US Inc.
NADA
111-798
Status
RX
Form
Tablet
Route
Oral
Species
Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age
Composition / specifications
Each dog tablet contains 34 milligrams of praziquantel

Dogs

Indication

For removal of the canine cestode Echinococcus granulosus, and for removal and control of the canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis. For removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia pisiformis.

Dosage

5 pounds and under, 1/2 tablet (17 milligrams); 6 to 10 pounds, 1 tablet (34 milligrams); 11 to 15 pounds, 1 1/2 tablets (51 milligrams); 16 to 30 pounds, 2 tablets (68 milligrams); 31 to 45 pounds, 3 tablets (102 milligrams); 46 to 60 pounds, 4 tablets (136 milligrams); over 60 pounds, 5 tablets maximum (170 milligrams).

Limitations

Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed. Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age.

Praziquantel Injection

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Praziquantel Injection

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Sponsor
Bimeda Animal Health Limited
ANADA
200-501
Form
Injectable Solution
Route
Intramuscular, Subcutaneous
Species
Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age • Cats and kittens, excluding kittens under 6 weeks age
Composition / specifications
56.8 mg/mL

Cats

Indication
For removal of feline cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis.
Dosage
May be administered by either the subcutaneous or intramuscular route to cats utilizing the following dosage schedule: Under 5 lbs.—0.2 mL; 5-10 lbs.—0.4 mL; 11 lbs. and over—0.6 mL maximum.
Limitations
Not intended for use in kittens less than six (6) weeks of age. Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Dogs

Indication
For removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis.
Dosage
May be administered by either the subcutaneous or intramuscular route to dogs utilizing the following dosage schedule: 5 lbs. and under—0.3 mL; 6-10 lbs.—0.5 mL; 11-25 lbs.—1.0 mL; over 25 lbs.—0.2 mL per 5 lbs. body weight to a maximum of 3 mL.
Limitations
Not intended for use in puppies less than four (4) weeks of age. Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Prazitech™

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Prazitech™

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Sponsor
Bimeda Animal Health Limited
ANADA
200-176
Status
RX
Form
Liquid (Solution)
Route
Intramuscular, Subcutaneous
Species
Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age • Cats and kittens, excluding kittens under 6 weeks age
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter contains 56.8 milligrams of praziquantel.

Cats

Indication
For removal of feline cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis.
Dosage
For cats under 5 pounds, 0.2 milliliter (11.4 milligrams); 5 to 10 pounds, 0.4 milliliter (22.7 milligrams); 11 pounds and over, 0.6 milliliter (34.1 milligrams) maximum. For subcutaneous or intramuscular injection.
Limitations
Not intended for use in kittens less than 6 weeks of age. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Dogs

Indication
For removal of canine cestodes: Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis.
Dosage
For dogs 5 pounds and under, 0.3 milliliter (17.0 milligrams); for 6 to 10 pounds, 0.5 milliliter (28.4 milligrams); for 11 to 25 pounds, 1.0 milliliter (56.8 milligrams); if over 25 Pounds, 0.2 milliliter (11.4 milligrams) per 5 pounds body weight to a maximum of 3 milliliters (170.4 milligrams). For subcutaneous or intramuscular use.
Limitations
Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. Federal law restricts the drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian

Praziquantel SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Praziquantel. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

Droncit SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Droncit. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

Praziquantel SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Praziquantel. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

Praziquantel SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Praziquantel. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

Droncit Canine Cestocide SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Droncit Canine Cestocide. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

PRAZIQUANTEL SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for PRAZIQUANTEL. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

Droncit Feline Cestocide SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Droncit Feline Cestocide. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

DACTYMOR SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for DACTYMOR. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

Tapeworm Dewormer for Cats SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Tapeworm Dewormer for Cats. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

Praziquantel SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Praziquantel. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

PraziCleanse SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for PraziCleanse. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

Durvet Feline Tape Tabs for Cats SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Durvet Feline Tape Tabs for Cats. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

TAPEWORM DEWORMER FOR DOGS SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for TAPEWORM DEWORMER FOR DOGS. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

Worm and Parasites Aquarium Cure Program Fresh SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Worm and Parasites Aquarium Cure Program Fresh. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

GiarCidia Prazi SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for GiarCidia Prazi. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

Worm and Parasites Aquarium Cure Program Salt SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for Worm and Parasites Aquarium Cure Program Salt. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

GiarCidia Prazi SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for GiarCidia Prazi. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

X SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for X. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

praziquantel SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for praziquantel. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

PRAZIQUANTEL SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for PRAZIQUANTEL. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

AX Pharmaceutical Corp SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for AX Pharmaceutical Corp. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

praziquantel SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for praziquantel. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

praziquantel SPL

SPL · Structured Product Label

FDA Structured Product Label XML for praziquantel. Use the source link for the full official labeling record.

FOI Summary oA 200-834 Approved December 22, 2025.pdf

FOI · FOI

FOI Summary oA 200-734 Approved January 12, 2023.pdf

FOI · FOI

UCM181521.pdf

FOI · FOI

N111798_Supp_7_16_1993.pdf

FOI · FOI

N111798_Orig_1_11_1993(2).pdf

FOI · FOI

N111798_Supp_1_18_1990.pdf

FOI · FOI

UCM514664.pdf

FOI · FOI

ucm061606.pdf

FOI · FOI

FOI Summary oN 141-581 Approved October 7, 2024.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

FOI Summary sN 141-581 Approved May 21, 2025.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

FOI Summary sN 141-581 Approved October 20, 2025.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

FOI Summary 006-686 Granted February 18, 2026.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

FOI Summary o 141-619 Approved December 17, 2025 (2).pdf

FOI · FOI summary

UCM408781.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

ucm118019.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

ucm118021.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

ucm118023.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

UCM457309.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

UCM050062.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

FOI Summary oN 141-492 Approved March 8, 2018.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

N141007_Orig_5_19_1994.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

N141007_Supp_03-28-1996.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

ucm116050.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

ucm116081.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

UCM487815.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

ucm118009.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

ucm118011.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

ucm118012.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

ucm062332.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

FOI Summary oN 141-441 Approved December 11, 2017.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

UCM292003.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

FOI Summary sN-141-333 Approved September 28, 2017.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

UCM318617.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

FOI Summary sN 141-338 Approved June 21, 2017.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

ucm118014.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

ucm118016.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

ucm118017.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

N133953_Supp_09_12_1991.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

UCM051416.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

ucm051414.pdf

FOI · FOI summary

Veterinary reference (advanced)

Canonical medication sections are above. This legacy block remains available for deeper cross-reference without cluttering the primary workflow.

At a Glance

Quick facts and links to official labeling and safety signals.

Data freshness
  • Storefront facts: Source Roxee | Refreshed May 5, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC
    The storefront fact projection used for browse cards and quick facts.
  • Animal Drugs @ FDA: Source FDA | Refreshed May 5, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC
    Applications/products are imported from FDA export data.
  • Animal Drugs @ FDA previews: Source FDA | Refreshed Feb 9, 2026, 3:05 AM UTC
    Label highlights/doc links are fetched from FDA preview endpoints.
  • Animal Drug Product Listing Directory (NDC): Source FDA | Refreshed May 5, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC
    Package/product NDCs from FDA’s electronic listing directory (XLS).
  • openFDA reaction terms: Source FDA openFDA | Refreshed May 5, 2026, 10:04 AM UTC
  • openFDA case summaries: Source FDA openFDA | Refreshed May 5, 2026, 10:04 AM UTC
Official (FDA)
Identity: Generic ingredient • FDA branded products available
Official FDA brands: AX Pharmaceutical Corp DACTYMOR Droncit Droncit Canine Cestocide Droncit Feline Cestocide Durvet Feline Tape Tabs for Cats GiarCidia Prazi PRAZIQUANTEL PraziCleanse Praziquantel TAPEWORM DEWORMER FOR DOGS Tapeworm Dewormer for Cats Worm and Parasites Aquarium Cure Program Fresh Worm and Parasites Aquarium Cure Program Salt X praziquantel
Manufacturer mapping: Multiple FDA labelers
Case-reported brands (openFDA): MSK
Catalog species: Both FDA-labeled species: Cats and kittens, Dog, Dogs and puppies
Rx/OTC: RX
Form/route: Chewable Tablets, Injectable Solution, Liquid (Solution), Tablet Intramuscular, Oral, Subcutaneous
Applications: ANADA 200-834 • ANADA 200-734 • NADA 111-607 • NADA 111-798 • ANADA 200-501 • ANADA 200-176
NDC: Packages 30798-200-62 43457-534-25 53745-017-01 53745-017-02 58198-0031-1 58198-0031-2 Products 30798 43457 53745 58198 61133 62157
Documents: 8 (FOI: 8) • SPL: 10 Label highlights Official documents
Safety (openFDA)
Top reactions: Dog 1 Cat 6 View
Case summaries: 3 (showing 3) View
openFDA reports are unverified and do not prove causation.

Diagnosis Codes
ICD10_CM: B74.8 ICD10_CM: B88.1
Other filariases

Counseling and Monitoring Highlights

Global Pet owner/Vet mode is controlled in the header. This section avoids duplicate in-page persona tabs.

Owner-facing counseling points
  • Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. Federal law restricts the drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Not intended for use in kittens less than 6 weeks of age. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed. Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. (Contraindication, High)
Top reaction signals
Twitching (1) Grand mal seizure (1) Fever (1) Dysphoria (1) Dilated pupils (1) Death (1) Weight loss (1) Vomiting (1)

Identifiers & Packages

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

Identifiers
ANADA: 200176 ANADA: 200501 ANADA: 200734 ANADA: 200834 NADA: 111607 NADA: 111798 NADA: 133953 NADA: 141007 NADA: 141008 NADA: 141214 NADA: 141215 NADA: 141216 NADA: 141257 NADA: 141261 NADA: 141275 NADA: 141333 NADA: 141338 NADA: 141421 NADA: 141441 NADA: 141492 NADA: 141581 NADA: 141619 NADA: 6686 NDC Package: 0010-4120-01
Package NDC Product NDC Form / Route Status
0010-4120-01 0010 -
0010-4120-02 0010 -
0010-4120-03 0010 -
0010-4121-01 0010 -
0010-4121-02 0010 -
0010-4121-03 0010 -
0010-4251-01 0010 -
0010-4251-02 0010 -
0010-6001-03 0010 -
0010-6001-04 0010 -
0061-5354-01 0061 -
0061-5354-02 0061 -
0061-5355-01 0061 -
0061-5355-02 0061 -
0061-5356-01 0061 -
0061-5356-02 0061 -
0061-5357-01 0061 -
0061-5357-02 0061 -
17163-015-16 17163 -
17163-016-17 17163 -

Enriched Documents

Documents are tiered by source trust: Official, Clinical, Manufacturer, Marketing.

  • Praziquantel SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • Droncit SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • Praziquantel SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • Praziquantel SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • Droncit Canine Cestocide SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • PRAZIQUANTEL SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • Droncit Feline Cestocide SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • DACTYMOR SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • Tapeworm Dewormer for Cats SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • Praziquantel SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • PraziCleanse SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • Durvet Feline Tape Tabs for Cats SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • TAPEWORM DEWORMER FOR DOGS SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • Worm and Parasites Aquarium Cure Program Fresh SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • GiarCidia Prazi SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • Worm and Parasites Aquarium Cure Program Salt SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • GiarCidia Prazi 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.
  • praziquantel SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • PRAZIQUANTEL SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • AX Pharmaceutical Corp SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • praziquantel SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • praziquantel SPL • Structured Product Label • Official
    FDA Structured Product Label from the electronic animal drug product listing directory.
  • FOI Summary oN 141-581 Approved October 7, 2024.pdf • FOI summary • Official • March 9, 2026
    FDA FOI summary for application 141581
  • FOI Summary sN 141-581 Approved May 21, 2025.pdf • FOI summary • Official • March 9, 2026
    FDA FOI summary for application 141581
  • FOI Summary sN 141-581 Approved October 20, 2025.pdf • FOI summary • Official • March 9, 2026
    FDA FOI summary for application 141581
  • FOI Summary 006-686 Granted February 18, 2026.pdf • FOI summary • Official • March 2, 2026
    FDA FOI summary for application 6686
  • FOI Summary oA 200-834 Approved December 22, 2025.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Jan. 5, 2026
    FDA FOI summary for application 200834
  • FOI Summary o 141-619 Approved December 17, 2025 (2).pdf • FOI summary • Official • Jan. 5, 2026
    FDA FOI summary for application 141619
  • UCM408781.pdf • FOI summary • Official • May 15, 2024
    FDA FOI summary for application 141421
  • ucm118019.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 19, 2023
    FDA FOI summary for application 141216
  • ucm118021.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 19, 2023
    FDA FOI summary for application 141216
  • ucm118023.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 19, 2023
    FDA FOI summary for application 141216
  • UCM457309.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Sept. 19, 2023
    FDA FOI summary for application 141216
  • UCM050062.pdf • FOI summary • Official • July 13, 2023
    FDA FOI summary for application 141261
  • FOI Summary oN 141-492 Approved March 8, 2018.pdf • FOI summary • Official • March 16, 2023
    FDA FOI summary for application 141492
  • FOI Summary oA 200-734 Approved January 12, 2023.pdf • FOI summary • Official • Feb. 1, 2023
    FDA FOI summary for application 200734
  • UCM181521.pdf • FOI summary • Official • June 15, 2022
    FDA FOI summary for application 111607
  • 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

Data Sources & Change Log

Every non-trivial field is expected to include provenance and update timestamps.

Official 107 Clinical 1 Manufacturer 0 Marketing 0
Current Field Facts
  • side_effects: Top reported reactions (openFDA): Vomiting, Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - heartworm, Diarrhoea, INEFFECTIVE, HOOKS, Lethargy (see also Central nervous syst… (Clinical, 2026-04-11)
  • contraindications: Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. Federal law restricts the drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Not intended for… (Official, 2026-04-12)
  • contraindications: Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. Federal law restricts the drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Not intended for… (Official, 2026-04-11)
  • contraindications: Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. Federal law restricts the drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Not intended for… (Official, 2026-02-12)
  • dosage_forms: Tablet (Official, 2026-05-05)
  • dosage_forms: Tablet (Official, 2026-05-03)
  • dosage_forms: Tablet (Official, 2026-05-02)
  • dosage_forms: Tablet (Official, 2026-04-29)
  • dosage_forms: Tablet (Official, 2026-04-28)
  • dosage_forms: Tablet (Official, 2026-04-27)
  • dosage_forms: Tablet (Official, 2026-04-26)
  • dosage_forms: Tablet (Official, 2026-04-25)
  • dosage_forms: Tablet (Official, 2026-04-22)
  • indications: 1) For the removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcu… (Official, 2026-05-05)
  • indications: 1) For the removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcu… (Official, 2026-05-03)
  • indications: 1) For the removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcu… (Official, 2026-05-02)
  • indications: 1) For the removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcu… (Official, 2026-04-29)
  • indications: 1) For the removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcu… (Official, 2026-04-28)
  • indications: 1) For the removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcu… (Official, 2026-04-27)
  • indications: 1) For the removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcu… (Official, 2026-04-26)
Recent Revisions
  • side_effects updated 2026-04-12 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • contraindications updated 2026-04-12 10:05 by etl_backfill • Backfilled from existing medication fields
  • usage updated 2026-04-12 10:05 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
Praziquantel Tablets
RX
Praziquantel
Chewable Tablets Oral
Felix Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. ANADA 200-834 Approved Jan 5, 2026
Praziquantel Tablets
RX
Praziquantel
Chewable Tablets Oral
Felix Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. ANADA 200-734 Approved Feb 1, 2023
Droncit™ 5.68% Injectible Solution
RX
Praziquantel
Liquid (Solution) Subcutaneous, Intramuscular
Elanco US Inc. NADA 111-607 Approved Jun 15, 2022
Droncit® Feline Cestocide Tablets Praziquantel 34 (Rx) Droncit® Canine Cestocide Tablets Tapeworm Dewormer for Dogs (OTC) Tapeworm Dewormer for Cats (OTC)
RX
Praziquantel
Tablet Oral
Elanco US Inc. NADA 111-798 Approved Apr 26, 2022
Praziquantel Injection
Praziquantel
Injectable Solution Intramuscular, Subcutaneous
Bimeda Animal Health Limited ANADA 200-501 Approved Oct 2, 2018
Prazitech™
RX
Praziquantel
Liquid (Solution) Intramuscular, Subcutaneous
Bimeda Animal Health Limited ANADA 200-176 Approved Oct 2, 2018

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.

Composition / specifications
Each chewable tablet contains 23 mg praziquantel.
Cats
Indication

For removal of feline cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis.

Dosage

Cats 4 pounds and under, 11.5 mg; 5 to 11 pounds, 23 mg; over 11 pounds, 34.5 mg.

Limitations

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dog, No Use Class Stated Or Implied
Composition / specifications
34 mg per tablet
Dogs
Indication

For the removal of the following canine cestodes: Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, Echinococcus granulosus and for the removal and control of Echinococcus multilocularis.

Dosage

Dogs 5 pounds (lb) and under, 1/2 tablet (17 mg); 6 to 10 lb, 1 tablet (34 mg); 11 to 15 lb, 1 1/2tablets (51 mg); 16 to 30 lb, 2 tablets (68 mg); 31 to 45 lb, 3 tablets (102 mg); 46 to 60 lb, 4 tablets (136mg); over 60 lb, 5 tablets maximum (170 mg). Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed.

Limitations

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age • Cats and kittens, excluding kittens under 6 weeks age
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter contains 56.8 milligrams of praziquantel.
Dogs
Indication
For removal of canine cestodes: Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis.
Dosage
For dogs 5 pounds and under, 0.3 milliliter (17.0 milligrams); for 6 to 10 pounds, 0.5 milliliter (28.4 milligrams); for 11 to 25 pounds, 1.0 milliliter (56.8 milligrams); if over 25 Pounds, 0.2 milliliter (11.4 milligrams) per 5 pounds body weight to a maximum of 3 milliliters (170.4 milligrams). For subcutaneous or intramuscular use.
Limitations
Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. Federal law restricts the drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Cats
Indication
For removal of feline cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis.
Dosage
For cats under 5 pounds, 0.2 milliliter (11.4 milligrams); 5 to 10 pounds, 0.4 milliliter (22.7 milligrams); 11 pounds and over, 0.6 milliliter (34.1 milligrams) maximum. For subcutaneous or intramuscular injection.
Limitations
Not intended for use in kittens less than 6 weeks of age. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age
Composition / specifications
Each dog tablet contains 34 milligrams of praziquantel
Dogs
Indication

For removal of the canine cestode Echinococcus granulosus, and for removal and control of the canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis. For removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia pisiformis.

Dosage

5 pounds and under, 1/2 tablet (17 milligrams); 6 to 10 pounds, 1 tablet (34 milligrams); 11 to 15 pounds, 1 1/2 tablets (51 milligrams); 16 to 30 pounds, 2 tablets (68 milligrams); 31 to 45 pounds, 3 tablets (102 milligrams); 46 to 60 pounds, 4 tablets (136 milligrams); over 60 pounds, 5 tablets maximum (170 milligrams).

Limitations

Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed. Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age • Cats and kittens, excluding kittens under 6 weeks age
Composition / specifications
56.8 mg/mL
Cats
Indication
For removal of feline cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis.
Dosage
May be administered by either the subcutaneous or intramuscular route to cats utilizing the following dosage schedule: Under 5 lbs.—0.2 mL; 5-10 lbs.—0.4 mL; 11 lbs. and over—0.6 mL maximum.
Limitations
Not intended for use in kittens less than six (6) weeks of age. Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Dogs
Indication
For removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis.
Dosage
May be administered by either the subcutaneous or intramuscular route to dogs utilizing the following dosage schedule: 5 lbs. and under—0.3 mL; 6-10 lbs.—0.5 mL; 11-25 lbs.—1.0 mL; over 25 lbs.—0.2 mL per 5 lbs. body weight to a maximum of 3 mL.
Limitations
Not intended for use in puppies less than four (4) weeks of age. Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Species: Dogs and puppies, excluding puppies under 4 weeks age • Cats and kittens, excluding kittens under 6 weeks age
Composition / specifications
Each milliliter contains 56.8 milligrams of praziquantel.
Cats
Indication
For removal of feline cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis.
Dosage
For cats under 5 pounds, 0.2 milliliter (11.4 milligrams); 5 to 10 pounds, 0.4 milliliter (22.7 milligrams); 11 pounds and over, 0.6 milliliter (34.1 milligrams) maximum. For subcutaneous or intramuscular injection.
Limitations
Not intended for use in kittens less than 6 weeks of age. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Dogs
Indication
For removal of canine cestodes: Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis.
Dosage
For dogs 5 pounds and under, 0.3 milliliter (17.0 milligrams); for 6 to 10 pounds, 0.5 milliliter (28.4 milligrams); for 11 to 25 pounds, 1.0 milliliter (56.8 milligrams); if over 25 Pounds, 0.2 milliliter (11.4 milligrams) per 5 pounds body weight to a maximum of 3 milliliters (170.4 milligrams). For subcutaneous or intramuscular use.
Limitations
Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. Federal law restricts the drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian

FDA page: Open in Animal Drugs @ FDA

Usage

For removal of canine cestodes: Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, and Echinococcus granulosus, and removal and control of canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis. For removal of feline cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia taeniaeformis. For removal of the canine cestode Echinococcus granulosus , and for removal and control of the canine cestode Echinococcus multilocularis . For removal of canine cestodes Dipylidium caninum and Taenia pisiformis .

Source: FDA Animal Drugs @ FDA • Reference

Contraindications

Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age. Federal law restricts the drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Not intended for use in kittens less than 6 weeks of age. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Administer directly by mouth or crumbled and in feed. Not intended for use in puppies less than 4 weeks of age.

Top Reported Reactions (openFDA)

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

Digestive
Vomiting (1) • Dog Diarrhea (1) • Dog Blood in vomit (1) • Cat

Showing top 5 for Digestive.

Skin & allergy
Twitching (1) • Cat Application site hair loss (1) • Cat

Showing top 5 for Skin & allergy.

Neurologic
Grand mal seizure (1) • Cat

Showing top 5 for Neurologic.

Effectiveness
Lack of efficacy - NOS (1) • Cat Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - whipworm (1) • Dog Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - tapeworm (1) • Dog Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - roundworm NOS (1) • Cat Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm (1) • Cat
Show more (2)
Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - heartworm (1) • Dog Lack of efficacy (ectoparasite) - flea (1) • Cat

Showing top 5 for Effectiveness.

Other
Weight loss (1) • Dog Stiffness limb (1) • Dog Not eating (1) • Dog Not defecating (1) • Cat Nasal discharge (1) • Cat
Show more (14)
Irritability (1) • Cat Inappropriate defecation (1) • Dog Hiding (1) • Cat Fever (1) • Cat Dysphoria (1) • Cat Dilated pupils (1) • Cat Death (1) • Dog Cyst NOS (1) • Dog Cough (1) • Cat Application site scratching (1) • Cat Application site reddening (1) • Cat Application site irritation (1) • Cat Application site inflammation (1) • Cat Application site bleeding (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.

Cat, Domestic Mediumhair, Female, 6 month, 2.27 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Tablet, Oral, Dose: 0.52 tablet per animal • Reactions: Hiding • Outcome: Outcome Unknown

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-074776
  • Serious AE: No
  • Treated For AE: No
  • Sex: Female
  • Age: 6.00 Month
  • Weight: 2.270 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Oral
  • Form: Tablet
  • Dose: 0.52 tablet per animal
Reactions Reported:
Hiding
Outcomes: Outcome Unknown

Dog, Hound (unspecified), Male, 3 year, 23.133 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Subcutaneous, Dose: 3 mL per animal • Reactions: Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - tapeworm • Outcome: Outcome Unknown

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-074732
  • Serious AE: No
  • Treated For AE: No
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 3.00 Year
  • Weight: 23.133 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Subcutaneous
  • Dose: 3 mL per animal
Reactions Reported:
Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - tapeworm
Outcomes: Outcome Unknown

Cat, Domestic Longhair, Male, 1 year, 4.5 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Solution, Unknown • Reactions: Dilated pupils, Dysphoria, Twitching, Fever, Grand mal seizure • Outcome: Recovered/Normal

  • Report ID: USA-USFDACVM-2025-US-070795
  • Serious AE: Yes
  • Treated For AE: No
  • Sex: Male
  • Age: 1.00 Year
  • Weight: 4.500 Kilogram
  • Case-reported brand: MSK
  • Case-reported manufacturer: MSK
  • Route: Unknown
  • Form: Solution
Reactions Reported:
Dilated pupils Dysphoria Twitching Fever Grand mal seizure
Outcomes: Recovered/Normal

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

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