Juvenor MEBEJUV (mebendazole) is an anthelmintic drug indicated for treating gastrointestinal parasitic worm infections in dogs, cats, and horses.
INDICATIONS
Dogs and Cats
- Roundworms (Toxocara canis, Toxocara cati, Toxascaris leonina)
- Hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum, Ancylostoma braziliense, Ancylostoma tubaeforme, Uncinaria stenocephala)
- Whipworms (Trichuris vulpis)
- Tapeworms (Taenia pisiformis, Taenia taeniaformis, Echinococcus granulosus, Dipylidium caninum)
Horses
- Large roundworms (Parascaris equorum)
- Large strongyles (Strongylus edentatus, Strongylus equinus, Strongylus vulgaris)
- Small strongyles
- Pinworms (mature and immature fourth larval stage Oxyuris equi)
Pigs and Birds
- Pigs for infestations by Ascaris suum, Trichuris suis, Strongyloides spp, and others.
- Birds for infestations by Ascaridia galli, Heterakis gallinarum, Capillaria spp., and others.
ADMINISTRATION
- Direct Oral Administration: The tablet can be given directly into the animal’s mouth. For dogs, this involves gently opening the mouth, placing the tablet at the back of the throat, and then rubbing the throat to encourage swallowing.
- Mixed with Food: Mebendazole tablets are palatable or can be crushed and mixed with a small amount of the animal’s feed to make administration easier.
- Dissolved in Water (for specific formulations): Certain chewable tablet formulations can be placed in a small amount of water (2-3 mL) in a spoon. The tablet absorbs the water within a couple of minutes, turning into a soft, semi-solid mass that can be swallowed easily.
