Ascarids (Roundworms)
Disease Overview
The infection of roundworm to a species. Parasites can live in body cavities, organs and skin.
Merck Animal Health Solutions
For Ascarids (Roundworms)
Chewable tablets containing ivermectin and pyrantel. For use in dogs to prevent canine heartworm disease by eliminating the tissue stage of heartworm larvae (Dirofilaria immitis) for a month after infection and for the treatment and control of ascarids (Toxocara canis, Toxascaris leonina) and hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum, Uncinaria stenocephala, Ancylostoma braziliense).
Panacur (fenbendazole) Paste 10% is indicated for the treatment and control of large strongyles (Strongylus edentatus, S. equinus, S. vulgaris), encysted early third stage
(hypobiotic), late third stage and fourth stage cyathostome larvae, small strongyles, pinworms (Oxyuris equi), ascarids (Parascaris equorum) and for the control of arteritis caused by fourth stage larvae of Strongylus vulgaris in horses.
Panacur (fenbendazole) Paste 10% is indicated for the treatment and control of large strongyles (Strongylus edentatus, S. equinus, S. vulgaris), encysted early third stage
(hypobiotic), late third stage and fourth stage cyathostome larvae, small strongyles, pinworms (Oxyuris equi), ascarids (Parascaris equorum) and for the control of arteritis caused by fourth stage larvae of Strongylus vulgaris in horses.
Clinical Signs
- Lack of growth
- Loss of body condition
- Dull coat and potbellied
- Vomiting