Drontal Allwormer for Dogs is a tablet for the control of all gastrointestinal worms in dogs including roundworm, hookworm, whipworm and tapeworm (including hydatid tapeworm). Drontal is a tablet formulation of three distinctly different proven drugs offering the broadest spectrum of activity. The febantel/pyrantel combination is active against roundworms and is highly effective against whipworms. Praziquantel provides a superb level of efficiency against all the major tapeworms. Drontal does not control heartworm. Price is for 5 tablets.

Manufacturer - Bayer

Directions for Use

Weigh dogs before treatment. Dogs are treated by weight with the appropriate sized tablet or combination of tablets. Drontal is given as a single dose by mouth. Fasting prior to dosing is not necessary. Drontal is available in two sizes. Small dog tablet for puppies and dogs up to 3 kg. Medium dog tablet for puppies and dogs up to 10 kg. Dogs over 10 kg are given a combination of the tablets.

A common regime for treatment is to worm puppies every 2 weeks of age from 2 weeks old until 12 weeks, monthly from 3 months until 6 months then every 3 months as an adult dog. Treat breeding bitches prior to mating then 10 days before whelping and 2 and 4 weeks after whelping.

Cautions - Do not use in puppies under 2 weeks of age. This medication should not be used in animals allergic to it

Possible Side Effects

The side effects of Drontal are rare at the recommended dosage. Drontal has a wide margin of safety for all sizes and breeds of dogs. It is approved for use in puppies as young as 2 weeks, old animals, greyhounds, working dogs, pregnant females, breeding bitches and stud dogs. Drontal may be combined with other treatments, for example heartworm prevention, flea and tick treatments, vaccination.

Active Ingredients - Praziquantel, Febantel and Pyrantel Embonate.