Description
Pharmacological action The drug has a broad spectrum and nematodotsidnogo tsestodotsidnogo action on gastrointestinal nema- Todd Alaeuris numidica, Alaeuris iguanae, Angusticaecum holopterum, Macracis prolixa, Tachygonetria conica, Tachygonetria dentata, Tachygonetria macrolaimus, Tachygonetria robusta, Tachygonetria dentata, Ozolaimus megatyphon, Oxyuris cirratus, Pseudalaeuris spp. and the cestode Oochoristica spp., parasitizing in reptiles.
The mechanism of action of albendazole, which is part of the preparation, is a violation of the carbohydrate metabolism and microtubular function of helminths, which leads to their death and excretion from the body of the animal.
The mechanism of action of praziquantel is based on impaired glucose transport and microtubular function in cestodes, inhibition of fumarate reductase activity and ATP synthesis, increased permeability of cell membranes and impaired muscular innervation, which leads to the death of parasites.
Indications
Reptile suspension is prescribed for turtles, lizards and snakes for prophylactic and therapeutic purposes in case of nematodoses and cestodoses.
Contraindications
Increased individual sensitivity to the active components of the drug. The drug should not be used by reptiles during oviposition or pregnancy (viviparous reptiles), as well as simultaneously with other anthelmintic drugs.
Composition
Reptilife suspension as active ingredients in 1 ml contains albendazole – 25 mg and praziquantel – 10 mg, as well as excipients.
Dosage and administration
Before use, the suspension should be thoroughly shaken.
The drug is used individually, orally with a syringe dispenser, at the rate of 1 ml of suspension per 1 kg of reptile mass, two or three times, with an interval of 14 days. For therapeutic purposes, deworming reptiles is carried out according to indications, with prophylactic – quarterly in a therapeutic dose. A special diet and the use of laxatives before deworming are not required.
Side effects
When using the drug according to the instructions side effects and complications are not observed. In case of an overdose, an increase in salivation and an increase in bowel movement can be observed in the animal.
Storage conditions
Store the drug in a place protected from light and moisture, out of the reach of children and animals, away from food and feed, at a temperature of 0 ° C to 25 ° C.
