Pratel for cats: instructions for use, composition, dosage and price

The cause of nematodes and cestodiases in cats are round and tapeworms, which can enter the animal’s body even if it does not go outside. Therefore, it is important to periodically carry out deworming using proven drugs. Let's find out how to properly give Pratel tablets to a cat, what properties they have, and what contraindications they have.

Instructions for use.

According to the instructions, “Pratel” is harmless against worms and is suitable for all “Matroskins”, except the smallest. The action is reminiscent of a human headache pill. I took it once and forgot about the problem for a long time. It is used to destroy roundworms - nematodes and tapeworms - cestodias. One-time deworming of purrs, according to the recommendation of the cat “Aesculapius”. There is no need to restrict the diet and cleanse the intestines before consuming Pratel; other drugs with similar purposes are described in the article Anthelmintic drugs for cats: how to give tablets, the best and most effective remedies.

Side effects and symptoms of overdose have not been identified. Allergies can creep out in a tailed pet. Then he will manage without re-using the pills. They are replaced with another anthelmintic substance. How to give “Pratel” for cats to pregnant felines and those in the process of lactation is decided with “Aibolit” observing the young or expectant mother. Everything happens only under his leadership. It is important for the owner of a pregnant cat to know: “Pratel” is given to pregnant females with tails in the last twenty days. For breastfeeding women - twenty-one days after birth.

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Composition and properties of the drug

The anthelmintic drug Pratel was developed by a British company (representative in Russia - OOO Elanko Rus). These are round, light yellow tablets with a cross-shaped groove on one side, thanks to which the tablet can be easily divided into halves and quarters.

Pratel acts on two types of helminths: round and tapeworms. This effect is ensured by the composition of the tablets. They contain two substances as active components:

• pyrantel pamoate;
• Praziquantel

Each tablet contains 144 and 50 mg, respectively. Auxiliary components include cellulose, corn starch and magnesium stearate.

The manufacturer packages Pratel tablets in 10 pieces in foil blisters. They are placed in cardboard boxes of 1 or 10 pieces.

The drug can be stored for 3 years in packaging if the air temperature does not exceed 25°C (minus temperatures are not allowed). Additional conditions - the place must be in a place where children cannot reach it, where there is no direct sunlight and where there is no food.

After the expiration date, Pratel tablets that have not yet been used are disposed of according to all rules.

How to give Pratel to a cat.

“Matroskin” calmly reacts to taking medications, then half the tablet is broken into two parts and placed on the root of his tongue. Before carrying out manipulations, it is recommended to wrap the cat in a blanket or thick towel. Even the calmest animal can scratch its owner if taken out of the cat's comfort zone. Holding the fluffy prankster with your right hand, raise its muzzle with your left and touch the animal’s front teeth with your index finger, forcing it to open its mouth. Pieces of “Pratel” are placed on the root of the tongue, and the cat closes its mouth. The owner clasps its muzzle with his left hand so that the animal cannot spit out what is on its tongue. Another option to achieve the long-awaited swallowing is to stroke the cat’s neck. Forcing a cat to take pills can end in disaster. A calmer option for her is Pratel mixed into the food. Crush or crush the dosage. You can mix it with your usual food, or you can trick your cat and feed the drug in a piece of sausage, meat or any other treat.

Indications for use

Pratel is prescribed for cats for two purposes:

• therapeutic if the animals have already been “attacked” by helminths;
• preventative to keep your pet safe.

Pratel is a complex tablet, as it simultaneously destroys nematodes and cestodes, including Toxocara (canis and cati), Ancylostoma (caninum and tubaeforme), Echinococcus (granulosis and multilocularis), Toxascarisleonina and Uncinariastenocephala, Dipylidiumcaninum and Taeniasp. It is important that the medicine acts on worms at all stages of their development.

Contraindications and precautions.

For the listed categories of mustachioed and tailed animals, the use of “Pratel” is strictly prohibited: Fluffy ladies in pregnancy, if the term has not reached the last third. “Matroskin” with infectious diseases. To those poor souls who are severely exhausted. Pets with liver and kidney diseases. Kittens are up to 55 days old. In general, any substances should be given with caution to fluffies under six months of age. The deworming procedure is carried out under the guidance of a veterinarian. Animals with individual intolerance to the components of the drug. If a cat develops an allergy, then “Pratel” is immediately forgotten. The body is being treated. “Pratel” is incompatible with substances containing piperazine. The tablets are useless for pets once the three years stated on the package have passed. No additional measures are taken to dispose of the medicine. As a preventative measure, “Pratel” is given to “Matroskin” once a quarter. If the next preventative period is missed, it is necessary to carry out deworming as quickly as possible. It is carried out in the same way as before. No innovations.

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Operating principle

The complex effect of Pratel tablets is provided by active ingredients.

1. Pyrantelpamoate (embonate) kills nematodes. It acts in such a way that the worm is completely paralyzed, as a result of which it dies. Another advantage is that the substance itself is practically not absorbed into the intestinal walls. This provides it with a long-lasting effect.
2. Praziquantel similarly destroys cestodes. It, unlike pyrantelapamoate, quickly enters all organs and tissues of the animal through the intestinal walls, and is ultimately biotransformed in the liver.

Thus, when used correctly, Pratel protects the cat from two types of parasites at once. Dead helminths are excreted from the intestines along with excrement.

The active components of Pratel itself also leave the cat’s body along with waste products: pyrantel in feces, praziquantel in urine.

general information

Pratel anthelmintic drug for cats and dogs is sold in the form of tablets for oral administration, consisting of 2 main components: praziquantel and pyrantel embonate. Manufacturer: Novartis Animal Health. The following excipients supplement the composition of the antiparasitic medicine:

• food emulsifier E572;
• milk sugar;
• povidone;
• corn starch;
• MCC.

The drug is very effective against tapeworms living in the animal's body.
The combination of active ingredients acts on tapeworms and roundworms, regardless of the stage of their formation. Consequently, under the influence of “Pratel,” not only mature individuals die, but also foreign organisms, while still in the larval stage of maturation. An excellent tandem of drug components disrupts the metabolism of parasites and provokes a failure in the processes that are most important for life, subsequently causing paralysis of the helminth and it dies. After taking the pill, its components are actively absorbed by the intestinal walls and, through the movement of blood fluid, penetrate into all tissue structures and internal organs. They leave the cat’s body within 24-48 hours along with urine and feces.

"Pratel" is considered a low-hazard veterinary drug that, when used correctly, is not capable of harming the animal.

Approximate cost and existing analogues

The drug Prazicide contains similar active ingredients.

Table: comparison of Pratel and Prazicide

Prazicide is an analogue of Pratel: it has the same active ingredients

special instructions

Deworming should not be carried out if the animal is feeling unwell or has recently suffered an infectious disease.

Pratel is not combined with Piperazine.

The medicine can be given to pregnant females only in late stages of pregnancy, and during lactation - after consultation with a veterinarian.

The drug is stored in a dry, cool place, out of the reach of children, away from food and animal feed. The shelf life is 3 years from the date of manufacture. After the shelf life has expired, the tablets are disposed of with household waste.

When using the product, you must follow the safety rules when working with veterinary products:

• use rubber gloves;
• do not eat;
• do not allow the product to come into contact with mucous surfaces;
• After work, wash your hands thoroughly with detergent.

Side effects

There are no side effects of Pratel, except in cases of individual intolerance to the components by a cat or cat, which can cause a severe allergic reaction. In such cases, treatment with Pratel is interrupted and urgent therapy is necessary to reduce the reaction to the allergen. Therefore, it is strictly forbidden to exceed the recommended dose of the medicine. There was no evidence of overdose in cats or cats.

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Owner reviews

I regularly treat the cats and dogs living in the house. Protel has established itself as an effective and inexpensive remedy. He does his job very well. Animals tolerate the medicine well. Side effects were never observed.

Irina

I have been using the medicine for a long time on the recommendation of a veterinarian for preventive purposes for my cat. The drug has to be given forcibly, but this is its only drawback.

Pauline

This is one of the best anthelmintic drugs that is suitable for cats and dogs.
I recommend it to all pet owners to prevent parasites. Pratel does not cause side effects, is easy to dose and is the safest for pets. Galina Ivanovna, veterinarian

Pregnant, lactating and kittens

The product is contraindicated for pregnant cats, since the components of the drug can cause pathologies in the development of the fetus.

During lactation, Pratel can only be prescribed by a veterinarian and not earlier than a month after birth, the dosage is reduced. The components of the drug are present in milk and negatively affect the health of the offspring. Do not use the medicine without your doctor's advice.

Kittens up to 2 months and older, if the weight of the cub has not reached 1.5 kg, cannot be given Pratel.

Analogues of the drug

Manufacturers of veterinary drugs offer several antiparasitic drugs that have similar therapeutic effects. Analogs of the drug Pratel - Prazicide, Cestal, Dirofen, Drontal, Dolpak, Envir, Dekhinel Plus.

When choosing a similar drug, you should take into account the existing contraindications, as well as the weight, age and physical condition of the pet. You can purchase the medicine at a veterinary pharmacy. The price of one tablet is from 45 rubles.

Appointments

This product can be given to animals that will soon be vaccinated.
The drug "Pratel" for cats can be used for prophylactic purposes or in the fight against nematodes and cestodes. It is important to use an anthelmintic drug before vaccination and mating of an animal. You can give medicine to your pet only on the advice given by a veterinarian.

Who will it harm and how?

When used as directed and in recommended dosages, Pratel is well tolerated and does not cause negative effects. In exceptional cases, namely, cats with personal intolerance may develop an allergic reaction to the main components of the pharmaceutical product. There have been no cases of intoxication of the cat’s body with the components of Pratel. Despite the excellent tolerability of the antiparasitic drug, it is not always possible to use it to kill helminths in cats. The annotation for Pratel tablets describes the following contraindications:

• infectious diseases;
• exhaustion of the body;
• impaired activity of the kidneys and liver;
• beginning and middle of pregnancy;
• less than 6 weeks old;
• hypersensitivity to components.