Can you give Combantrin to dogs?

Threadworms are human host specific – that is, they will not survive in the intestine of household pets, so dogs and cats cannot be part of the threadworm lifecycle, and cannot be contracted from pets.

How long do Combantrin take to work?

Treating all household members at the same time will help prevent infection and reinfection. All household members may have to be treated again in 2 to 4 weeks time to clear the infection up completely.

What is the difference between COMBANTRIN and Combantrin 1?

COMBANTRIN® products contain Pyrantel Embonate whilst COMBANTRIN®-1 products contain Mebendazole. Whilst these active ingredients have slightly different ways of treating threadworm infections, both are highly effective at ridding the body of threadworm.

What is the best time to take Combantrin?

Take a single dose, after food. As threadworm is highly contagious, it is important to treat ALL the family, including mum and dad. All human worming products will treat only adult worms present in the intestine at the time of taking the medication.

What is the difference between Combantrin and Combantrin 1?

What are the side effects of Combantrin?

Side effects: Upset stomach, loss of appetite, headache; dizziness; drowsiness; and difficulty sleeping; rash.

When to take Combantrin for a worm infection?

You should also follow up this initial treatment with another dose about two to four weeks later if symptoms persist; to be sure the entire infection is gone. The faster a worm infection can be identified and treated, the faster kids can get back to having fun and being themselves! Can adults get threadworms?

Is it safe to give Combantrin to puppies?

– Do not de-worm a dog or puppy that is sick. Consult a veterinarian for diagnosis of the illness. – Combantrin Flavored Chewables are safe for use in puppies 12 weeks or older and adult dogs. Safety in breeding dogs and pregnant bitches has not been tested.

How does pyrantel embonate work for worm treatment?

Pyrantel embonate (Combantrin™) – for your deworming needs Pyrantel embonate (Combantrin™) treats common worms like threadworms, roundworms and hookworms and is gentle on kids. It works as a ‘neuro-muscular blocking agent’, effectively paralyzing the worms inside the body.

Which is the best worm treatment for kids?

Pyrantel embonate (Combantrin™) treats common worms like threadworms, roundworms and hookworms and is gentle on kids. It works as a ‘neuro-muscular blocking agent’, effectively paralyzing the worms inside the body.