Paragard Broad Spectrum wormer for dogs is a broad-spectrum worm treatment for dogs. A single tablet eliminates roundworms, hookworms, whipworms and tapeworms including hydatid tapeworms. They are tasty liver-flavoured worming tablets that can be administered directly as a treat or can be crushed and hidden in the food.
How it works?
Praziquantel, Pyrantel and Oxantel are the active ingredients of Paragard tablets for dogs. The combined effect of these ingredients destroys all kinds of gastrointestinal worms in dogs. Praziquantel has anthelmintic property that kills flatworms including all types of tapeworms. Pyrantel eliminates roundworms and hookworms while Oxantel Embonate treats and controls whipworms.
| NexGard SPECTRA | NexGard | HeartGard Plus | ParaGard | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FLEAS | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| TICKS | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| MITES | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| HEARTWORM | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| HOOKWORM | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| ROUNDWORM | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| WHIPWORM | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| FLEA TAPEWORM* | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| OTHER TAPEWORMS | ✔ |
Paragard Broad Spectrum tablets are categorised in three forms:
It is administered as per the weight of the pet and the dosage varies with the weight. Weigh your pet and choose the relevant pack.
For administration, give relevant dosage of the tablet at 2, 4, 6, 8 and 12 weeks of age. Repeat at every 3 months.
Give the tablet directly in the pet’s mouth. If the pet resists then crush and mix with the pet’s food. Fasting before the ingestion of the tablet is not necessary.
For further details, consult a Vet.
Contraindications
Do not treat puppies younger than 2 weeks of age
| Target species | 2 weeks and older puppies and dogs |
| Mode of administration | Oral |
| Active Ingredient | Praziquantel, Oxibendazole |
| Manufacturer | Boehringer Ingelheim |
| Brand Name | Paragard |