Animec Horse Wormer Paste
Animec Horse Wormer Paste is an effective solution for treating roundworm, bots and pinworm in horses. It is a white paste containing 18.7mg/g ivermectin and will treat a 700kg horse.
Uses
Treatment of nematode or arthropod infections due to:
- Large strongyles
- Small strongyles - adults and luminal L4 stage larvae (including benzimidazole resistant strains)
- Cyathostomum spp
- Cylicocyclus spp.
- Cylicodontophorus spp.
- Cylicostephanus spp.
- Gyalocephalus spp.
- Ascarids
- Pinworms
- Neck threadworms
- Onchocerca spp (microfilariae)
- Stomach bots
Dosage and administration
One syringe division of Animec wormer paste per 100 kg body weight (based on a recommended dosage of 200 microgram ivermectin per kg body weight). The total contents of a syringe (six divisions) will dose one 700 kg horse.
The paste is given orally.
Advice on correct administration
The weight of the horse should be accurately determined for the correct use of the paste. The animal's mouth should be free from food to ensure swallowing. Turn the screw gauge on the syringe plunger to the body weight of the horse.
The tip of the syringe barrel should be inserted at the interdental space (the gap between the front and back teeth) and the paste deposited on the base of the tongue. Advance the plunger as far as it will go, depositing the medication on the base of the tongue. Immediately elevate the horse's head for a few seconds to ensure swallowing.
Contra-indications, warnings, etc
Do not use in horses with known hypersensitivity to the active substance.
Do not use in dogs or cats as severe adverse reactions may occur.
Withdrawal period
Meat and offal: 34 days. Do not use in mares producing milk for human consumption.
Special precautions for use in animals
Some horses with heavy infections of Onchocerca spp. microfilariae have experienced edema and pruritus following treatment. Such reactions are assumed to be the result of death of large numbers of microfilariae. These signs resolve within a few days, but symptomatic treatment may be advisable.
Anthelmintic use that might lead to an increased risk of development of resistance to anthelmintic drugs includes:
- Too frequent and repeated use of anthelmintics from the same class over an extended period of time
- Underdosing
Veterinary advice should be given on appropriate dosing programs and stock management to achieve adequate parasite control and reduce the likelihood of anthelmintic resistance developing. In the event that a product is suspected of being ineffective, the animal owner is advised to seek veterinary advice.
Animec wormer has been formulated for use in horses only. Cats, dogs (especially Collies, Old English Sheepdogs, and related breeds or crosses), turtles, and tortoises may be adversely affected by the concentration of Ivermectin in this product if they ingest spilled paste or have access to used syringes.
Animec horse wormer can be administered to mares at any stage of pregnancy or lactation.
Mild transitory signs (slowed pupillary light response and depression) have been seen at a higher dose of 1.8 mg/kg (9 times the recommended dose level). Other signs seen at higher doses include mydriasis (dilation of the pupil), ataxia (incoordination), tremors (shaking), stupor (dull), coma, and death. The less severe signs have been transitory.
Although no antidote has been identified, symptomatic therapy may be beneficial.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal product to animals
Do not smoke, eat, or drink while handling the product. Wash hands after use.
This product may cause skin and eye irritation. Therefore, the user should avoid contact of the product with the skin and the eyes. In case of contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water. In the case of accidental ingestion or eye irritation after contact, seek medical advice immediately and show the package insert or the label to the physician.
Pharmaceutical precautions
Do not store above 25°C.
Special precautions for the disposal of unused product or waste material
EXTREMELY DANGEROUS TO FISH AND AQUATIC LIFE. Do not contaminate surface waters or ditches with product or used container. Any unused veterinary medicinal product or waste materials derived from such veterinary medicinal products should be disposed of in accordance with national requirements.
Legal category
POM-VPS
Further Horse Worming Products
For a list of products please go to our horse wormers department.
For saliva horse tapeworm test see EquiSal Tapeworm Test Kit For One Horse
For faecal worm egg counts for horses see our horse worm egg count.
Shipping charges mainland GB zone1
| Value | Weight | Delivery Charge |
| Over £49.00 | Any Weight | FREE |
| Under £49.00 | No weight limit | £4.50 |
| Under £49.00 | Under 250 grams | £3.49 |
Most orders are despatched the same day and standard delivery is 3 to 5 working days from despatch. FAST Expedited options are available at extra cost - these usually arrive in 24-48hrs from dispatch but delays are possible during busy periods.
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Overseas orders
We no longer send goods outside of the UK.
Prescription Items
Prescription items will be sent on receipt of a legally valid signed and dated prescription.
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Please ring us on 01833 641112 for more information.
Refrigerated Items
- Refrigerated lines Packaging Cost: Despatched with Woolcool Refrigerated Packaging for £7.50.
- Receipt Required: Someone must be available to receive the delivery. Woolcool packaging is designed for temperature-controlled goods, so parcels cannot be left unattended.
- Immediate Refrigeration: Upon receipt, refrigerate the contents immediately to ensure your food or medicine remains at the correct temperature.
- Failed Delivery Attempts: We are not responsible for the cost of replacements if a delivery attempt fails due to the absence of someone to receive it.
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*Due to legal requirements medicines may not be returned except to correct an error in despatch or in response to an "official recall". If an item is believed to be faulty it should be returned for inspection and it may be necessary to forward it to the manufacturers for testing before replacements or refunds can be authorised. This does not infringe legal rights. Please contact our customer services for a "Returns Number" which must appear on the outside of the package or it will not be accepted. We advise customers to use an insured method of shipping and to retain proof of despatch. We may refuse returns on products specially obtained or manufactured to order. Items must be returned unsoiled and unused and sent adequately packed and carriage paid.
