Drontal Plus Broad Spectrum Dog Dewormer Product Description Drontal Plus is a veterinarian-recommended chewable dewormer for large dogs that targets a wide range of intestinal parasites, including tapeworms, roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms, helping support your dog’s digestive and overall health by clearing infections and reducing parasite burden. These palatable tablets are easy to administer and formulated with three active ingredients that work together to provide broad-spectrum effectiveness in dogs of various sizes. Benefits Broad Parasite Coverage: Effective against common intestinal parasites, including tapeworms, roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms. Three-Ingredient Formula: Combines praziquantel, pyrantel pamoate, and febantel to act on multiple parasite species without interference. Easy Oral Administration: Chewable tablets are palatable and can be given by hand, directly, or with food for convenience. Weight-Based Options: Available in different strengths to match dogs of various weights for precise dosing. Single Dose Treatment: Designed as a single oral dose for parasite removal when used as directed. Ingredients Ingredient Puppies & Small Dogs Medium Dogs Large Dogs Praziquantel 22.7 mg 68.0 mg 136.0 mg Pyrantel Base (as pyrantel pamoate) 22.7 mg 68.0 mg 136.0 mg Febantel 113.4 mg 340.2 mg 680.4 mg How to Use Recommended-Dosage Chart Body Weight (lbs) Puppies & Small Dogs Tablets Medium Dogs Tablets Large Dogs Tablets 45 to 60 — 2 1 61 to 90 — — 1.5 91 to 120 — — 2 Dosage & Administration Instructions Confirm Infection: Presence of parasites should be confirmed through laboratory fecal examination before treatment. Weigh Before Use: Accurately weigh the dog prior to treatment to ensure proper tablet selection and dosing. Single Oral Dose: Administer as a single oral treatment according to the labeled dosage chart. Flexible Administration: Tablets may be hand offered, mixed with a small amount of food, or offered directly by mouth. No Fasting Required: Fasting is neither necessary nor recommended before or after administering the tablets. Retreatment Guidance: In high-risk environments, retreatment may be necessary based on veterinary recommendations. Prescription Product: This drug is to be used by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian, as per the Federal Law restrictions. Disclaimer: This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet. Additional Information Precautions Avoid Pregnancy: Do not use in pregnant animals due to the risk of abortion and fetal abnormalities. Young Puppy Limit: Not to be used in puppies under 3 weeks of age or dogs under 2 lbs. Hygiene Measures: Strict hygienic precautions should be followed when handling dogs suspected of E. multilocularis infection. Egg Shedding Risk: Treated dogs may shed eggs after the first treatment or if the retreatment interval exceeds 28 days. Possible Side Effects Vomiting Episodes: Vomiting was observed in a small number of dogs during laboratory safety studies. Loose Stool: Non-formed or watery stools were reported in limited laboratory study cases. Bloody Stool: One puppy exhibited bloody or mucoid stool during controlled laboratory evaluation. Liver Enzyme Changes: Temporary elevations in liver enzyme readings were noted at higher than labeled doses. Storage Information Room Temperature Storage: Store at or below 77°F (25°C). Seal Tightly: Unblistered whole or partial tablets should be kept in a tightly sealed container. Child Safety: Keep out of reach of children to prevent accidental exposure. Shipping & Return We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details. For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy. Prescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE. Frequently Asked Questions Q1: What parasites does Drontal Plus treat in dogs? Ans: Drontal Plus is indicated for the removal of tapeworms, including Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis, Echinococcus granulosus, and Echinococcus multilocularis, as well as hookworms, roundworms, and whipworms in dogs. These indications are supported by the manufacturer’s prescribing information. Q2: How is Drontal Plus administered to dogs? Ans: Drontal Plus is given as a single oral dose based on the dog’s body weight. Tablets may be offered by hand, mixed with a small amount of food, or directly by mouth. Fasting before or after treatment is not required. Q3: Can Drontal Plus be used in pregnant dogs? Ans: Drontal Plus should not be used in pregnant animals. Studies involving elevated doses of febantel and praziquantel during early pregnancy showed an increased incidence of abortion and fetal abnormalities. The effects in pregnant dogs have not been fully determined. Q4: Are there any side effects associated with Drontal Plus? Ans: In clinical field studies, no drug-related side effects were observed. In laboratory studies, a small number of dogs experienced vomiting, watery or mucoid stools. Temporary elevations in liver enzyme values were reported at higher than labeled doses. Q5: Does Drontal Plus require a prescription? Ans: Yes, Drontal Plus is a prescription medication. Federal law authorizes this drug to be used by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian, as stated in the official prescribing information.
