Cat & Dog - Flubendazole

Why has my veterinary surgeon prescribed this medicine?

Flubendazole is used to control roundworms and some types of tapeworms. Your veterinary surgeon will advise a deworming programme for your pet.

How does this medicine work?

Flubendazole interrupts parasite energy metabolism by binding to tubulin, thereby disrupting microtubular cell structure and preventing nutrient uptake and other functions.

How do I give this medication?

• Give this medication to your pet as directed by your veterinary surgeon. READ THE LABEL CAREFULLY.
• Have a reminder system in place to indicate when the next dose should be given.
• Try to give this medication at about the same time each day.
• Give the medication in a small amount of food or give directly to your pet.
• DO NOT give the pet more medicine than directed.
• DO NOT give more often than directed.
• Try not to miss giving any doses.
• Wash your hands after handling the medication and after treating your pet.
• In case of accidental ingestion, seek medical advice immediately and show the packcage, leaflet or label to the physician.

What if I miss giving a dose?

Give the dose as soon as possible and then resume the dosing programme advised by your veterinary surgeon. Do not give the pet two doses at once.

How do I store this medicine?

Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store this medicine in a cool, dry place below room temperature. Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink or in damp places.

Potential side effects

• Although a drug has possible side effects, it does not mean that there is necessarily a high risk of any of these occurring.
• Sometimes flubendazole can cause vomiting and mild diarrhoea. If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinary surgeon.

Possible drug interactions

• Make sure to tell your veterinary surgeon what other medication you are giving to your pet.
• Quite often your veterinary surgeon may prescribe two different medications, and a drug interaction may be anticipated. In this case, your veterinary surgeon may vary the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely.
• Contact your veterinary surgeon if your pet experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together.