Profender® for Cats (emodepside/praziquantel)

Profender® Topical Solution for Cats is an easy-to-apply, single-dose dewormer that provides broad-spectrum protection against tapeworms, roundworms, and hookworm infections.

Why Prescribe Profender?

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    Treat Critical Worms

    Protect against tapeworms, roundworms and hookworm infections

  • Easy Topical Application icon
    Easy Topical Application

    No pills required—convenient topical treatment reduces stress for patients

  • For Kittens and Adult Cats Icon
    For Kittens and Adult Cats

    Indicated for cats that are at least 8 weeks old and weigh at least 2.2 lbs.

  • Single-dose Efficacy icon
    Single-dose Efficacy

    Unique combination of active ingredients eliminates need for repeat dosing*

Profender Dosing and Administration

By utilizing a unique combination of active ingredients not found in any other dewormer for single-dose efficacy, Profender is effective and a second treatment should not be necessary. Eliminates the need for repeat dosing*, reducing stress for your clients and patients.

*Reinfection due to exposure may require repeat dosing. Profender can be re-applied after 30 days.

Cat Weight* - 2.2-5.5 lbs.
Profender Topical Solution -

Small

Volume (mL) -

0.35

Cat Weight* - >5.5-11 lbs.
Profender Topical Solution -

Medium

Volume (mL) -

0.70

Cat Weight* - >11-17.6 lbs.
Profender Topical Solution -

Large

Volume (mL) -

1.12

*Cats over 17.6 lbs should be treated with the appropriate combination of Profender tubes.

How To Apply Profender

  • Step 1

    While holding the tube in an upright position, remove the cap from the tube. Turn the cap over and place the other end of the cap onto the tip of the tube.

  • Step 2

    Twist the cap to break the seal and then remove the cap from the tube.

  • Step 3

    Part the hair on the back of the cat’s neck at the base of the head until the skin is
    visible.

  • Step 4

    Place the tip of the tube on the skin and squeeze the entire contents directly onto the skin. Lift tube away from skin before releasing pressure on the tube. Please see product label for complete application instructions.

Prescribe Profender

Profender dewormer offers a unique combination of active ingredients for single-dose efficacy.

Profender® for Cats (emodepside/praziquantel)

Indications

PROFENDER® Topical Solution is indicated for the treatment and control of hookworm infections caused by Ancylostoma tubaeforme (adults, immature adults, and fourth stage larvae), roundworm infections caused by Toxocara cati (adults and fourth stage larvae), and tapeworm infections caused by Dipylidium caninum (adults) and Taenia taeniaeformis (adults) in cats.

Important Safety Information:

CAUTION: Federal law (U.S.A.) restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Topical Solution for the treatment and control of hookworm, roundworm and tapeworm infections in cats and kittens that are at least 8 weeks of age and weigh at least 2.2 lbs (1 kg).

HUMAN WARNINGS:

Not for human use. Keep out of reach of children.

To prevent accidental ingestion of the product, children should not come in contact with the application site for twenty-four (24) hours while the product is being absorbed. Pregnant women, or women who may become pregnant, should avoid direct contact with, or wear disposable gloves when applying, this product. Studies performed in rats and rabbits suggest that emodepside may interfere with fetal development in those species.

PROFENDER® Topical Solution may be irritating to skin and eyes. Reactions such as facial, tongue and hand swelling have been reported in humans in rare instances. Avoid contact with the application area while it is wet and wash hands thoroughly with soap and warm water after handling. People with known hypersensitivity to butylhydroxyanisole, emodepside or praziquantel should administer the product with caution. If the product accidentally gets into eyes, flush thoroughly with water. May be harmful if swallowed. In case of accidental ingestion or if skin or eye irritation occurs, call a poison control center or physician for treatment advice.

The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provides additional occupational safety information. For customer service or to obtain product information, including the SDS, call 1- 800-633-3796. For medical emergencies or to report an adverse reaction, call 1- 800-422-9874. For complete safety information, view the product label.

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