Description of the drug
Troncil-K has a detrimental effect on various types of parasites and nematodes (round and flatworms). The active components of the drug are praziquantel and pyrantel, and formative substances are also present. Troncil-K tablets are packaged in blister foil strips. Each of them contains 10 tablets. The cardboard package contains two such blisters. You can also find a new product on sale - Troncil-K tablets in plastic containers.
The drug does not differ much from conventional drugs. The pills should be pure white in color. A slight yellow tint is allowed. Extraneous inclusions are excluded.
general characteristics
The anthelmintic drug Trontsil K is available in the form of white, yellowish, odorless tablets. The package contains 20 pieces, one blister contains 10. The product is used to treat helminthiasis, acts on cestodes, nematodes - round and flat worms. Sold at a veterinary pharmacy. Before use, you need to consult a specialist or carefully study the instructions and the condition of your pet.
How does the drug work?
The principle of action of the drug "Troncil-K" differs from other drugs with identical purposes. Its components block the connection and absorption of glucose in the tissues of helminths, as a result of which they die. Such substances help increase the permeability of the cell membrane. This leads to disruption of the transmission of neuromuscular impulses. The parasitic worm is paralyzed and has no opportunity to gain a foothold in the intestines. As a result, it is eliminated from the animal's body through feces. The advantage of the medicine is that it is quickly absorbed in the cat’s gastrointestinal tract. Typically this takes 3-4 hours. The maximum concentration lasts for 24 hours. The drug is excreted from the body through urine and feces. This takes no more than two days. The medicine does not have a cumulative effect.
Indications for use
The medicine is widely used for therapeutic and prophylactic purposes. Veterinarians recommend giving the tablets to adult cats and kittens from three weeks of age.
You can understand that your ward has “tenants” by the following signs:
- vomit;
- diarrhea (constipation in kittens);
- eggs, whole worms or parts thereof in feces;
- round belly;
- sudden weight loss;
- poor appetite;
- anemia;
- growth retardation;
- rash in the anal area;
- rolling your butt on the carpet;
- suppuration in the outer corners of the eyes.
And, in the meantime, while you think that your ward is clean, he has already managed to reward all household members with “gifts”. That is why veterinarians advise deworming pets every 3 months.
"Troncil-K" for cats: method of application and dosage
The method of administration of the medicine must be agreed with the veterinarian.
If you follow the dosage, the drug does not pose a threat to your pet. The tablet is given to the animal forcibly on the root of the tongue. You can use another method: put it in a piece of cheese or another treat that the cat will not refuse. Another option involves diluting the tablet in water. The pet needs to drink this liquid completely. The animal does not need to be kept hungry before taking a drug such as Troncil-K. For cats, the method of administration for preventive purposes involves taking a tablet once a quarter. If helminths have been detected in the animal, the drug should be given in an amount based on the animal’s body weight. How to calculate the dose of the drug "Troncil K"? The instructions for use explain everything in detail.
| Cat weight: | Dosage |
| up to 1 kg | 1/4 tablet |
| from 1 to 2 kg | 1/2 tablet |
| from 2 to 3 kg | 3/4 tablets |
| from 3 to 4 kg | 1 tablet |
| from 4 to 5 kg | 1 and 1/4 tablets |
Cestal for cats
Indications for use
Where can an animal become infected? It's simple, a cat can eat an infected rodent, worm eggs can get through water/food, and even air
That is why it is important to carry out timely prevention of helminthiasis
Release form
The full name of the medicine is Cestal Cat Flavor, the manufacturer is Hungary (ordered by France). It is produced in blisters of 2 yellowish tablets with liver flavor (5 blisters in a package). The weight of 1 tablet of cestal is quite large - 390 grams, which is sometimes considered a disadvantage of this product due to the difficulty of giving it to an animal.
Composition of the medicine
Similar to other broad-spectrum anthelmintic drugs, Cestal contains praziquantel, pyrantel and other excipients (lactose, starch, talc, gelatin, etc.). The taste of liver is obtained through the addition of maltodextrin, palm oil, E1450 starch and alpha-tocopherol.
Praziquantel in the drug increases cell permeability and affects the muscles of the cestodes, causing paralysis. The remaining active substances contribute to the destruction of worms after their death. This active substance is quickly absorbed into the intestines and begins to act within 2 hours; after that, it is excreted along with urine in a metabolized form.
Pyrantel embonate acts against nematodes - it blocks neuromuscular connections, weakens cell permeability and also leads to paralysis and further death of parasites. Pyrantel is excreted within 24 hours along with feces.
Nematodes (roundworms) are thin worms no more than 2 cm long, parasitic and live in the intestines of an animal. The parasite multiplies quickly, poisoning the animal's body. Traces of nematodes can be detected in animal feces after 14 days of infection.
Instructions for use and dosage of deworming tablets for cats “Cestal”
Cestal is used for the treatment and prevention of helminthiasis. In the first case, it is necessary to give 2 tablets with an interval of 2 weeks. For prevention, 1 tablet once a quarter (3 months) will be enough.
The medicine must be given in the morning; no additional preparatory measures (following a special diet, fasting) are required.
The dosage of the medicine depends on the weight of the pet:
| Cat weight, kg | Number of tablets, pcs |
| Up to 1 | 1/4 |
| 1-2 | ½ |
| 2-4 | 1 |
| 4-8 | 2 |
| More than 8 | 3 |
Carefully!
Drug overdose
There are no cases of drug overdose. It is well tolerated and absorbed by animals, and is safe even at three times the dose.
However, this does not mean that you need to experiment with the dosage - you need to remember that your pet’s health is at stake. If you notice that your cat is not feeling well after taking the medicine (he has a rash, diarrhea, and is vomiting), then you need to give your pet an antihistamine and consult a veterinarian.
Contraindications
"Cestal" has no direct contraindications, as it is a fairly neutral agent. It should not be given to cats in case of individual intolerance to certain components, to kittens less than 3 weeks old, and to a nursing cat. Cestal deworming tablets are also suitable for a pregnant cat.
Precautionary measures
Basic safety and hygiene rules must be followed when working with toxic drugs. It is advisable to wear gloves to avoid getting the medicine on your skin. Upon completion of the procedure, you need to wash your hands with warm water and soap. In case of contact with eyes, rinse with plenty of water; if you accidentally swallow the product, go to the hospital immediately, taking the packaging or instructions for the medicine with you.
"Cestal Cat" can be stored for 24 months from the date of production, at temperatures from +15 to 25°C. It must be stored in a dry place where direct rays of the sun do not penetrate. It is unacceptable to store “Cestal” in a place with food and other human medicines. After the expiration date, the product loses its effectiveness.
Contraindications
The drug "Troncil-K" has a number of contraindications. It is forbidden to give antihelminthic tablets to pregnant and lactating animals. The effect on fetal kittens is still unknown, so veterinarians strictly prohibit its use in such cases. For the same reason, animals that have not reached one and a half months should not get rid of worms with a medicine such as “Troncil-K” for cats. The method of using the drug is described above, but it is important to note that it is not recommended to combine it with other anthelmintics.
Contraindications and side effects
The instructions indicate that Trontsil-K has no contraindications, but it can only be given to kittens from 3 weeks of age.
It is also necessary to refrain from using the medicine for pregnant females, especially in the first half of gestation. Although if necessary, medicine can be used. There are no other contraindications. Important! Trontsil-K cannot be combined with other anthelmintics, as this leads to increased toxicity. As a result, the risk of side effects and symptoms of drug poisoning increases.
Usually the medication is well tolerated by both kittens and adult animals. In rare cases, if the components are intolerant, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea may occur. The pet may also become depressed and inactive, refuse to eat, or simply eat poorly. If the symptoms are mild, there is no need to take special measures. If signs of intolerance do not go away on their own, the use of an antiallergenic drug and symptomatic therapy may be required.
Reviews
Pet owners note that the drug lasts for a long period. Side effects are rarely mentioned. Many of them mention that other deworming drugs for cats did not always cope with the task, but Trontsil-K had a good anthelmintic effect in a short time. According to cat owners, adult animals easily tolerate taking this medication. As a rule, cats refuse to take tablets, so owners have to dilute the tablet in water or give it along with food.
For most pet owners, the best solution in the fight against worms was the drug “Troncil-K” for cats. The method of application must be agreed with a veterinarian or follow the attached instructions. This is the only way to avoid side effects and rid your pet of parasites.
Composition, release form, packaging
“Troncil-K” is considered by many experts to be one of the most effective medications in the fight against a wide range of worms. The product consists of snow-white or milky-colored pills, which are packaged in blisters and cardboard boxes or individually in bottles. Variations of 2-20 tablets are available for sale.
Did you know? According to the World Health Organization, every second person on the planet is infected with helminthiasis every year. As a result, about 1.2 billion people suffer from enterobiasis, 900 million from hookworm and over 700 million suffer from trichuriasis
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The drug is based on praziquantel and pyrantel, which block the processes of glucose absorption in the body of worms, which kills them. One tablet contains these substances in dosages of 20 mg and 230 mg, respectively.
We recommend that you read about the main signs and treatment of worms in cats, and also check out the list of anti-worm medications for cats.
The following are used as auxiliary nutrients that contribute to the formation of the form: polyvinylpyrrolidone, lactose, aerosil, magnesium stearate, cellulose, starch, sodium lauryl sulfate.
Composition, principle of operation
The active components of the drug are praziquantel and pyrantel. The action of Troncil K is somewhat different from other anthelmintic drugs. The tablets dissolve well in the gastric environment and are absorbed by tissues. The process of destroying worms begins in 20 minutes. The effect lasts for a day.
Trontil for cats disrupts the absorption of glucose by helminths, which causes the death of the parasites. The second active component affects the functions of the central nervous system, provokes muscle paralysis, and accelerates death. Thanks to this action, the worms stop clinging to the intestinal walls and are easily excreted naturally.
Is it possible to give anthelmintic drugs to pregnant cats?
Many anthelmintic drugs for cats contain substances that negatively affect the development of the fetus and small kitten. Therefore, pregnancy and lactation are often contraindications for deworming. But infection with helminths poses no less a threat to the mother’s body.
To avoid pathologies and complications, it is necessary to choose anthelmintics that can be given during pregnancy. The approved ones include Dironet, Febtal, Cestal, Trontsil-K, Profender, Pratel and some other drugs. There are medications that are prohibited to be given only in the last third of pregnancy, for example, Azinox.
