FOR ANIMAL USE ONLY Equi-Phar ProTal™ is a suspension of pyrantel pamoate in a palatable mint-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:

INDICATIONS:

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.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

Equi-Phar ProTal™ may be administered by means of a stomach tube, dose syringe or by mixing into the feed. Administer 3 mg pyrantel base per pound of body weight (6 mL Equi-Phar ProTal™ (pyrantel pamoate) per 100 lb body weight). It is recommended that severely debilitated animals not be treated with this preparation. 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.

Stomach Tube - Measure the appropriate dosage of Equi-Phar ProTal™ 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. Equi- Phar ProTal™ is inactive against the common horse bot (Gastrophilus spp). However, Equi-Phar ProTal™ may be administered concurrently with carbon disulfide observing the usual precautions with carbon disulfide.

Dose Syringe - Draw the appropriate dosage of Equi-Phar ProTal™ into a dose syringe and administer to the animal. Do not expose Equi-Phar ProTal™ to direct sunlight.

Feed - Mix the appropriate dosage of Equi-Phar ProTal™ in the normal grain ration. Fasting of animals prior to or following treatment is not required.

STORAGE:

Store at room temperature between 15°- 30°C (59°-86°F).

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.

WARNING:

Not for horses or ponies intended for food. Keep out of the reach of children.

SAFETY AND EFFICACY:

Equi-Phar ProTal™ is well tolerated by horses and ponies of all ages. Adverse drug response was not observed when dose rates up to 60 mg pyrantel base per lb of body weight were administered by stomach tube nor when 3 mg base per lb was given by intratracheal injection. The reproductive performance of pregnant mares and stud horses dosed with pyrantel pamoate suspension has not been affected. Critical (worm count) studies in horses demonstrated that pyrantel pamoate suspension 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%).

CAUTION:

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

PRESENTATION:

16 fl oz (473 mL) and 32 fl oz (960 mL).

Iss. 03-07

Distributed by

VEDCO, INC.

St. Joseph, MO 64507

ANADA 200-353, Approved by FDA

16 oz bottle/case label (Rev. 07-10)

image of 32 oz bottle/case label