Equimax Oral Paste for Horses is given by mouth at the recommended dose rate of 200 micrograms of ivermectin and 1.5mg of praziquantel per kg of bodyweight as a single dose, corresponding to 1.07g of paste per 100kg bodyweight. The first syringe division delivers sufficient paste to treat 100kg of bodyweight. Each subsequent syringe division delivers sufficient paste to treat 50kg of bodyweight. The syringe delivers sufficient paste to treat 700kg bodyweight at the recommended dose rate.
To ensure administration of a correct dose, body weight should be determined as accurately as possible; accuracy of the dosing device should be checked as underdosing might lead to an increased risk of development of resistance to anthelmintic drugs.
Before administration adjust the syringe to the calculated dosage by setting the ring on the plunger.
Weight | Dosage | Weight | Dosage |
Up to 100kg | 1.070g paste | 401-450kg | 4.815g paste |
101-150kg | 1.605g paste | 451-500kg | 5.350g paste |
151-200kg | 2.140g paste | 501-550kg | 5.885g paste |
201-250kg | 2.675g paste | 551-600kg | 6.420g paste |
251-300kg | 3.210g paste | 601-650kg | 6.955g paste |
301-350kg | 3.745g paste | 651-700kg | 7.49g paste |
351-400kg | 4.280g paste | | |
The animal’s mouth must be free of food. The syringe should be placed between the front and back teeth and the paste deposited at the base of the tongue. Immediately elevate the head for a few seconds to ensure that the product is swallowed.
The veterinary surgeon should give advice regarding appropriate dosing programmes and stock management to achieve adequate parasite control for both tapeworm and roundworm infestations.