Label: VIRBANTEL- pyrantel pamoate/praziquantel tablet, chewable

  • Category: OTC ANIMAL DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: New Animal Drug Application

Drug Label Information

Updated August 27, 2024

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  • Package contents:

    Bottle of 50 flavored chewables

  • Drug Facts

    Active Ingredients (in each chewable): pyrantel pamoate (30 mg) and praziquantel (30 mg)

    Purpose: De-wormer for Small Dogs and Puppies Only (6.0 to 25 pounds).

  • Uses: For the treatment and control of:

    • Roundworms (Toxocara canis, Toxascaris leonina) 
    • Hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum, Ancylostoma braziliense, and Uncinaria stenocephala)
    • Tapeworms (Dipylidium caninum, Taenia pisiformis)
  • Human Warning:

    Keep this and all medication out of the reach of children. To obtain product information, including a Safety Data Sheet (SDS),
    call 1-800-338-3659.

  • When Using This Product:

    • Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment, and control of parasitism.

    • Do not de-worm a dog or puppy that is sick. Consult a veterinarian for diagnosis of the illness.

    • VIRBANTEL 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.

  • You May Notice:

    Vomiting, loose stools (with or without blood) and decreased activity following treatment. If you notice these signs, contact a veterinarian.

  • Directions:

    Each flavored chewable contains 30 mg of pyrantel pamoate and 30 mg of praziquantel. The dose for each drug is 2.27 mg per pound of body weight (5 mg/kg). Please refer to the following dosing table for help finding the right dose for your dog.

    VIRBANTEL® Flavored Chewables Dosing Table

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    • You should weigh your dog to make sure you are giving the right dose.
    • Virbantel Flavored Chewables are palatable if offered by hand. If your dog does not voluntarily eat the chewable, you can hide the chewable in a small amount of food or place it in the back of the dog's mouth for forced swallowing.
    • Make sure that the dog eats the complete dose.
    • Watch your dog for a few minutes after dosing to make sure the chewable is not rejected.
  • Other Information

    Recommended De-Worming Schedule:Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment, and control of parasitism. De-worming schedules may vary depending on the climate where you live and the activity of your dog.

    Re-treatment: Re-treatment of your dog may be necessary as determined by laboratory fecal examination and/or if your dog is living where re-infections are likely to occur. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis and prevention of re-infection. In case of re-infection with tapeworms (Dipylidium caninum), consult your veterinarian for advice on how to remove fleas from the dog and the environment.

  • Manufactured by:

    Virbac AH, Inc.
    Fort Worth, TX 76137

  • Storage:

    Store at controlled room temperature of 59-86˚F (15-30˚C).

  • Questions? Comments?

    To report a suspected adverse reaction, call 1-800-338-3659.

    02/19 301798 - 03

    Approved by FDA under NADA # 141-261

    ©2019 Virbac Corporation.
    All Rights Reserved.
    VIRBANTEL is a registered
    trademark of Virbac S.A.

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    VIRBANTEL 
    pyrantel pamoate/praziquantel tablet, chewable
    Product Information
    Product TypeOTC ANIMAL DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:51311-738
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    PYRANTEL PAMOATE (UNII: 81BK194Z5M) (PYRANTEL - UNII:4QIH0N49E7) PYRANTEL30 mg
    PRAZIQUANTEL (UNII: 6490C9U457) (PRAZIQUANTEL - UNII:6490C9U457) PRAZIQUANTEL30 mg
    Product Characteristics
    ColorbrownScore2 pieces
    ShapeROUNDSize9mm
    FlavorImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:51311-738-101 in 1 BOX
    150 in 1 BOTTLE
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    NADANADA14126109/03/2007
    Labeler - Virbac AH, Inc (131568396)