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		Tape Worm Tabs™ (praziquantel)Dogs and Puppies: At-home control of common tapeworms FDA approved 100% effective and safe No prescription required Only OTC treatment containing praziquantel, the most recommended dewormer for tapeworm control





	Tapeworm infection is indicated by the presence of tapeworm segments passed with the feces. Tapeworm segments are white, pinkish-white or yellow-white and similar in size and shape to flattened grains of rice. The segments are most frequently observed lying on the animal's droppings or, less often, moving across a freshly passed stool. Segments are also found on the hair around the anus of the animal, or occasionally on the anima's bedding. Dogs become infected with tapeworms after eating fleas or small mammals (rabbits, hares) which are infected with tapeworm larvae. Dogs and Puppies: Five (5) 34 mg tablets per bottle; each tablet contains 34 mg praziquantel. Tablets sized for easy oral administration. May be given directly in the mouth, or crumbled and mixed with a small amount of the animal's usual ration All of the tablet(s) must be eaten to remove all tapeworms.


	Dosage: Administer to dogs and puppies* only as follows: 5 lbs. & under - 1/2 tablet 6-10 lbs - 1 tablet 11-15 lbs. - 1 1/2 tablets 16-30 lbs. - 2 tablets 31-45 lbs. - 3 tablets 46-60 lbs. - 4 tablets over 60 lbs. - 5 tablets maximum * Not intended for puppies less than (4) weeks of age
	Uses: Tape Worm Tabs (praziquantel) tapeworm tablets will remove the common tapeworms, Dipylidium caninum and Taenia pisiformis, from dogs and puppies. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment, and control of parasitism. FASTING IS NEITHER NECESSARY NOR RECOMMENDED. RETREATMENT: Steps should be taken to control fleas and small mammals on the premises in order to prevent reinfection; otherwise, retreatment will be necessary. This is especially true in cases of tapeworms transmitted by fleas (Dipylidium caninum) where reinfection is almost certain to occur if fleas are not removed from the animal and its environment. If reinfection occurs, tapeworm segments may be observed within one month of the initial treatment. Side Effects: Isolated incidents of either vomiting, diarrhea, poor appetite, or listlessness have been reported following treatment, but were considered non-significant. If these signs are observed and they persist, consult your veterinarian. WARNING: Consult your veterinarian before administering tablets to weak or debilitated animals. WARNING: Keep out of the reach of children. Not for human use.
		Cats and Kittens: Five (5) 34 mg tablets per bottle; each tablet contains 34 mg praziquantel. Tablets sized for easy oral administration. May be given directly in the mouth, or crumbled and mixed with a small amount of the animal's usual ration. All of the tablet(s) must be eaten to remove all tapeworms. Dosage and Aministration: Administer to cats and kittens* only as follows: 4 lbs. & under - 1/2 tablet 5-11 lbs. - 1 tablet over 11 lbs. - 1 1/2 tablets * Not intended for kittens less than (6) weeks of age.
	Uses: Tape Worm Tabs (praziquantel) tapeworm tablets will remove the common tapeworms, Dipylidium caninum and Taenia Taeniaeformis, from cats and kittens. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment, and control of parasitism. FASTING IS NEITHER NECESSARY NOR RECOMMENDED. RETREATMENT: Steps should be taken to control fleas and small mammals on the premises in order to prevent reinfection; otherwise, retreatment will be necessary. This is especially true in cases of tapeworms transmitted by fleas (Dipylidium caninum) where reinfection is almost certain to occur if fleas are not removed from the animal and its environment. If reinfection occurs, tapeworm segments may be observed within one month of the initial treatment. Side Effects: Isolated incidents of either vomiting, diarrhea, poor appetite, or listlessness have been reported following treatment, but were considered non-significant. If these signs are observed and they persist, consult your veterinarian. WARNING: Consult your veterinarian before administering tablets to weak or debilitated animals. WARNING: Keep out of the reach of children. Not for human use.
	The facts about tapeworms and Tape Worm Tabs™ (praziquantel)
	Tapeworms are one of the most common internal parasites that can actually be seen by pet owners. It's important to know the facts about this internal parasite. Several species can infect dogs and cats, some of which pose a threat to humans. Although most dewormers provide little to no control of tapeworms, the cestocide praziquantel is very effective against the internal parasite. Somewhat unique, tapeworms are the most highly specialized internal parasites infecting dogs and cats. While the most common species isn't as serious a threat as some other internal parasites, the tapeworm does compete with its dog or cat host for nutrition. It's also aesthetically displeasing to pet owners who find egg-filled segments on their pets or inside their homes. In a recent survey of veterinarians, nearly 40 percent reported seeing tapeworms in pets frequently or often. A parasite prevention program that includes a regular dose of Tape Worm Tabs™ containing praziquantel will help reduce the incidence of tapeworms in pets, thereby reducing the health risk to humans. Praziquantel, the active ingredient in Tape Worm Tabs, is FDA approved and proven 100 percent safe and effective against tape-worms in dogs and cats.
	Effective at-home control of tapeworms *Summary of Preclinical Effectiveness Data For Praziquantel* Tablets in Dogs and Cats** Tapeworm Effectiveness in Dogs Effectiveness in Cats T. pisiformis 100% D. caninumn 100% 100% T. taeniaeformis 100% Studies conducted in 4 locations for dogs, 3 locations for cats.
	Look For "Signs" Pet owners should be alert and look for signs. Since fleas are the intermediate host of Dipylidium caninum, the most common species of tapeworm, pet owners should be on the lookout for flea infestations. Obviously, controlling the flea is important . As tapeworms mature in the small intestine of a pet, egg-filled segments break off and are exc reted. Passed in the feces, the segments called proglottids may irritate the anal area of the pet, causing him to scoot in an effort to overcome the irritation. Scooting is when the pet sits down and drags himself in a sitting position across the yard or carpet. Other conditions, such as impacted anal glands, also can cause this behavior.
Another sign, although unpleasant and often disgusting, is the presence of wriggling, egg-filled segments on the pet's hindquarters, in his feces, on furniture, in the carpet or on clothing. The segments resemble grains of rice and will shrivel up when exposed to air. As a tapeworm infection grows worse, the pet may exhibit a dull or rough coat and sporadic diarrhea. These symptoms may occur even though the pet continues to eat as much, or more, than usual. This is because the tapeworm is interrupting a healthy digestive function, robbing the host pet of nutrition. Veterinarians can diagnose tapeworm infection either by finding the segments or by observing the individual eggs in a stool sample under a microscope. Several examinations may be required; segments and eggs are not passed continuously, which complicates diagnosis.
Tapeworm species infecting pets Species Host animal Intermediate host Dipylidium caninum* dogs/cats fleas Taenia pisiformis dogs rabbits Taenia taeniaeformis cats rodents Humans also can serve as accidental hosts for these species if a flea or flea parts are accidentally ingested. Parasite Profile* Dipylidium caninum, as an adult tapeworm, attaches to the walls of the small intestine. As the tapeworm matures, the egg-engorged segments - proglottids - break off. Thus begins a new life cycle. As the proglottids are passed by the pet and rupture, egg packets are released into all areas of the pet's environment. Flea larvae, which also are present, eat the individual tapeworm eggs. These eggs hatch and larvae grow within the flea. When fleas mature into adults, they jump onto their pet hosts for a blood meal. During normal grooming, the host pet ingests all or parts of fleas, and the tapeworm larvae present are released and mature in the pet's small intestine.
	Family Taeniidae Taenia pisiformis and Taenia taeniaeformis do not use fleas as intermediate hosts. T. pisiformis, which infects dogs, cycles in rabbit, and T. taeniaeformis, which infects cats, cycles through rodents, including rats and mice. As with all tapeworms, segments are passed into the environment and eggs are ingested by the intermediate hosts. The eggs hatch and the larvae eventually make their way into the bloodstream and ultimately lodge in the liver (T. taeniaeformis) or in the body cavity (T. pisiformis). If the intermediate host is eaten by a dog or cat, the life cycle begins again. Preventing Tapeworm Infection in Your Pets A regular, preventative deworming schedule minimizes internal parasite infections. The cestocide praziquantel , the active ingredient in Tape Worm Tabs, is very effective in preventing the shedding of parasite eggs, which can infect humans. Treat your pet regularly. Eliminate fleas on the pet and in the environment. Confine pets to your yard to prevent roaming and consumption of dead animals that may be infected. Avoid overcrowded animal conditions. Infected pets can contaminate the environment with eggs, creating long-term sources of exposure and infection through intermediate hosts of fleas, rabbits and rodents. If reinfection occurs, tapeworm segments may be observed within one month of the initial treatment.