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Protazil Pellets

Protazil Pellets
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Protazil® Pellets
Product Information
Protazil® Antiprotozoal Pellets are indicated for the treatment of equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) caused by Sarcocystis neurona in horses.
For
Horses
Generic Name
Diclazuril
Brand Names
Protazil® Pellets 
Drug Class
Antiprotozoal
Manufacturer
Merck
Product Description & Form
Protazil® Pellets 2.4 lb Bucket: greenish alfalfa based pellets. (NDC 00061-4144-04)
Benefits
  • Safe, easy and effective, starts working fast against a disease where time matters
  • First FDA-approved alfalfa-based, pelleted formulation containing diclazuril
  • Rapid absorption and no loading dose required
  • Dosing cup provided which makes accurate dosing and administration easier and safer for horse owners
  • Well accepted by horses and consumed with no mess or fuss
  • Administered as a daily top-dress at 1 mg/kg for 28 days
  • Each 1 kg of pellets contains 16 grams of diclazuril
  • One 2.4 pound bucket will treat one 1274 pound horse for 28 days
Active Ingredients
Diclazuril
Inactive Ingredients
Calcium carbonate, alfalfa meal, wheat middlings, cane molasses, soybean, light mineral oil, propionic acid
Usage
This product should be use as directed by your veterinarian. Administered as a top dress in the horse’s daily grain ration for 28 days.
Missed Doses
Give the dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose, and continue with the regular schedule. Do not give 2 doses at once.
Side Effects
Protazil® appears to be well tolerated; there are minimal side effects when used at appropriate doses.  Report any side effects to your veterinarian.
Drug & Food Interactions
There are no documented drug interactions with this medication. Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medication you are giving to your pet.  Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, even if a drug interaction may occur. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely. Contact your veterinarian if your pet experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together. 
Cautions
For use in horses only. The safety of Protazil® with concomitant therapies in horses has not been evaluated. Safe use in breeding, pregnancy, and lactation has not been evaluated.  Keep out of reach of children. Store at room temperature. Keep out of reach of children.  Not for human use.
Allergic reactions to medications may occur. Be sure to inform Vetsource and your veterinarian if your pet has any known drug sensitivities or allergies. If your pet displays symptoms of an allergic reaction, call your veterinarian immediately or go to a veterinary emergency clinic. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: swollen lips, tongue, face, airways; difficulty breathing; agitation; profuse salivation; widespread hives and itching.
Adverse Reactions
If you are concerned that your pet has experienced an adverse reaction to this medication, please contact the manufacturer Merck at 800-224-5318 or Vetsource customer service at 877-738-4443.
Storage
Store at 59°F to 86°F in controlled room temperature. Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store in a childproof container. Store this medicine in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink or in damp places. The medicine may break down if exposed to heat or moisture.
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