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Anthelban V

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Anthelban V

This treatment applies to the following species:
Manufacturer: Phoenix Pharmaceutical

(pyrantel Pamoate)

Equine Anthelmintic Suspension

ANADA 200-246, Approved by FDA

Anthelban® V is a suspension of pyrantel pamoate in a palatable vanilla-flavored vehicle. Each mL contains 50 mg of pyrantel base as pyrantel pamoate.

Pyrantel pamoate is a compound belonging to a family classified chemically as tetrahydropyrimidines. It is a yellow, water-insoluble crystalline salt of the tetrahydropyrimidine base and pamoic acid containing 34.7% base activity. The chemical structure and name are given below:

(E)-1,4,5,6-Tetrahydro-1-methyl-2-[2-(2-thienyl) vinyl] pyrimidine 4, 4' methylenebis [3-hydroxy-2-naphthoate] (1:1)

Anthelban V Indications For Use

For the removal and control of mature infections of large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris, S. edentatus, S. equinus); pinworms (Oxyuris equi); large roundworms (Parascaris equorum); and small strongyles in horses and ponies.

Dosage And Treatment

Administer 3 mg pyrantel base per pound of body weight (6 mL Anthelban® V per 100 lb body weight).

For maximum control of parasitism, it is recommended that foals (2-8 months of age) be dosed every 4 weeks. To minimize potential hazard that the mare may pose to the foal, she should be treated 1 month prior to anticipated foaling date followed by retreatment 10 days to 2 weeks after birth of foal. Horses over 8 months of age should be routinely dosed every 6 weeks.

Directions For Use

Anthelban® V may be administered by means of a stomach tube, dose syringe or by mixing into the feed.

Stomach Tube - Measure The Appropriate Dosage Of Anthelban® V And Mix In The Desired Quantity Of Water. Protect Drench From Direct Sunlight And Administer To The Animal Immediately Following Mixing. Do Not Attempt To Store Diluted Suspension.

anthelban® V Is Inactive Against The Common Horse Bot (gastrophilus sp.). However, Anthelban® V May Be Administered Concurrently With Carbon Disulfide Observing The Usual Precautions With Carbon Disulfide.

dose Syringe - Draw The Appropriate Dosage Of Anthelban® V Into A Dose Syringe And Administer To The Animal. Do Not Expose Anthelban® V To Direct Sunlight.

feed - Mix The Appropriate Dosage Of Anthelban® V In The Normal Grain Ration. Fasting Of Animals Prior To Or Following Treatment Is Not Required.

caution

THIS PRODUCT IS A SUSPENSION AND AS SUCH WILL SEPARATE. TO INSURE UNIFORM RE-SUSPENSION AND TO ACHIEVE PROPER DOSAGE, IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT THE PRODUCT BE SHAKEN AND STIRRED THOROUGHLY BEFORE EVERY USE.

Efficacy

Critical (worm-count) studies in horses demonstrated that pyrantel pamoate administered at the recommended dosage was efficacious against mature infections of Strongylus vulgaris (>90%), S. edentatus (69%), S. equinus (>90%), Oxyuris equi (81%), Parascaris equorum (>90%), and small strongyles (>90%).

Safety

Anthelban® V (pyrantel pamoate) is well tolerated by horses and ponies of all ages. No adverse drug response was observed when dose rates up to 60 mg pyrantel base per pound of body weight were administered by stomach tube nor when 3 mg base per pound was given by intratracheal injection. The reproductive performance of pregnant mares and stud horses dosed with Anthelban® V has not been affected.

Warning

NOT FOR HORSES OR PONIES INTENDED FOR FOOD. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

 

Anthelban V Caution

FEDERAL LAW RESTRICTS THIS DRUG TO USE BY OR ON THE ORDER OF A LICENSED VETERINARIAN.

It is recommended that severely debilitated animals not be treated with this preparation.

Recommended Storage

Store below 86°F (30°C).

Shake Well Before Use

Keep Out Of Reach Of Children

Manufactured by IVX Animal Health, Inc., St. Joseph, MO 64503

Anthelban® is a registered trademark of IVX Animal Health, Inc.

Manufactured For

PHOENIX PHARMACEUTICAL, INC., St. Joseph, MO 64507

500011 Rev0107

Net Contents:

NDC

 

473 mL (1 Pint)

57319-420-21

Rev0306

946 mL (1 Qt)

57319-420-22

Rev0706

Nac No.

12560077

PHOENIX PHARMACEUTICAL INC.
1302 SOUTH 59 STREET, ST. JOSEPH, MO, 64507
Telephone:   816-364-5777
Order Desk:   800-759-3644
Fax:   816-364-4969
Website:   www.phoenixpharm.com
Email:   info@phoenixpharm.com
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the Anthelban V information published above. However, it remains the responsibility of the readers to familiarize themselves with the product information contained on the Anthelban V product label or package insert.



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