Equimax Elevation Oral Paste for Horses — the apple-flavoured version of Equimax, designed for fussy eaters, young foals and any horse that's been trickier to dose in the past. Same ivermectin + praziquantel actives as standard Equimax, just in a more palatable paste. Made by Virbac. Ships USA, Canada and worldwide — no vet prescription required. The Equimax formula horses actually want to take If you've ever had a horse turn its head, hold the paste in its mouth and spit it out as soon as you turn your back, Equimax Elevation is the version of Equimax built for you. Same complete coverage as standard Equimax — every major internal parasite including all three species of tapeworm and all three species of bots — but in an apple-flavoured paste that most horses will accept without a fight. The apple-flavour formulation also makes Equimax Elevation the go-to choice for first-time worming of foals, where compliance and a stress-free experience matter most. What Equimax Elevation kills Large strongyles (Strongylus vulgaris, S. edentatus, S. equinus) including migrating larvae Small strongyles / cyathostomins (adult stages) Roundworms (Parascaris equorum) — including in foals Pinworms (Oxyuris equi) Threadworms (Strongyloides westeri) — important in foals Stomach worms (Habronema, Trichostrongylus axei) Lungworms (Dictyocaulus arnfieldi) Bots (Gastrophilus intestinalis, G. nasalis, G. haemorrhoidalis) — all three species Tapeworms (Anoplocephala perfoliata, A. magna, Paranoplocephala mamillana) — all three species Active ingredients Each gram contains 18.7 mg ivermectin and 140.3 mg praziquantel — the same strengths as standard Equimax, with apple flavouring added. One syringe doses a horse up to 700 kg (1,540 lbs). How to give Equimax Elevation Estimate your horse's weight with a weight tape or scale Set the dose ring on the syringe to the right weight mark Insert the syringe nozzle at the back of the tongue Depress the plunger fully and raise your horse's head If your horse is a known spitter, follow up with a small treat to encourage swallowing Why pick Equimax Elevation over standard Equimax? Apple-flavoured — significantly higher acceptance rate in fussy eaters Approved for foals from 2 weeks of age — the recommended first wormer for many foaling programs Less stressful application for both horse and handler Same full-spectrum coverage as standard Equimax — including tapeworm and bots Other options in this range Equimax — the original unflavoured paste, slightly cheaper per dose Equimax LV — same actives in a low-volume syringe for horses who fight a bigger dose Strategy-T — different drug class (oxfendazole + pyrantel) for rotation Ultimum — long-acting moxidectin + praziquantel, catches encysted small strongyles Equimec — ivermectin-only, cheaper but no tapeworm cover Browse the full horse wormer range for rotation wormers, supplements and boticides Worldwide shipping — no prescription required We ship Equimax Elevation to the USA, Canada, UK, Europe and worldwide. No vet prescription needed. International tracking included on every order. Frequently Asked Questions Q: Is Equimax Elevation different from Equimax? A: Same active ingredients (ivermectin + praziquantel) at the same strengths and the same coverage. The only difference is the apple flavouring, which dramatically improves acceptance in fussy eaters and foals. Choose Elevation if your horse has been hard to dose in the past. Q: How often should I worm my horse? A: Most vets recommend worming adult horses every 8–12 weeks, rotating between drug classes (e.g. Equimax → Strategy-T → Ultimum) to slow the build-up of parasite resistance. Foals are wormed more often (every 4–6 weeks) and pregnant mares should be dosed 4–6 weeks before foaling. Faecal egg counts every 6 months are the most accurate way to fine-tune your worming schedule. Q: How do I dose by weight? A: Estimate your horse's weight using a weight tape, a livestock scale, or the bodyweight formula (girth² × length ÷ 11,990). Set the plunger of the syringe to the corresponding weight mark, place the syringe at the back of the tongue and depress. Hold the horse's head up for a few seconds to make sure the paste is swallowed. Q: Can I worm my pregnant mare? A: Yes — all the products in this range are safe in pregnant mares when used at label dose. The standard recommendation is to worm 4–6 weeks before foaling, especially with a praziquantel-containing product (Equimax, Equimax Elevation, Equimax LV or Ultimum) to clear tapeworm before delivery. Q: Why should I rotate between wormers? A: Equine worms — especially small strongyles (cyathostomins) — develop resistance to single-class wormers when they're used continuously. Rotating between three or more drug classes makes resistance much slower to develop. The textbook rotation is: a macrocyclic lactone (Equimax/Equimax Elevation/Equimax LV/Ultimum) → a benzimidazole + tetrahydropyrimidine (Strategy-T) → back to a macrocyclic lactone. Faecal egg count testing helps you confirm your rotation is still effective. Q: Are these wormers safe for foals? A: Equimax Elevation is specifically formulated for foals from 2 weeks of age. Equimax and Equimax LV are safe in foals from 2 weeks of age at the correct dose. Strategy-T and Ultimum are for horses over 4 weeks of age. Always check the label dose for very young foals. Q: Do I need a prescription? A: No. All Virbac horse wormers in this range are sold over the counter — no vet prescription required. We ship to the USA, Canada, UK, Europe and worldwide.
