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Fenbendazole
Synonym(s): Panacur, Safeguard, Lapizole, Zerofen, Granofen
Introduction
Name
- Fenbendazole.
Class of drug
- Anthelmintic.
Description
Chemical name
- Methyl 5-(phenyl-thio)-2-benzimidazole carbamate.
Molecular formula
- C15H13N3O2S.
Molecular weight
- 299.35.
Physical properties
- White, crystalline powder.
- Only slightly soluble in water.
Storage requirements
- Room temperature.
Uses
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Administration
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Adverse Reactions
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Further Reading
Publications
Refereed papers
- Recent references from PubMed and VetMedResource.
- Düwel D & Brech K (1981) Control of oxyuriasis in rabbits by fenbendazole. Lab Anim 15 (2), 101-105 PubMed.
Other sources of information
- Hedley J (2023) Ed BSAVA Small Animal Formulary. Part B: Exotic Pets. 11th edn. BSAVA, UK.
- Carpenter (1996) Ed Exotic Animal Formulary. Greystone Publications, Canada.
- Okerman L (1994) Diseases of Domestic Rabbits. 2nd edn. Blackwell Scientific Publications, UK.
Organization(s)
- National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) Compendium of Data Sheets for Animal Medicines. Website: www.noahcompendium.co.uk.
- Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) Product Information Database. Website: www.vmd.defra.gov.uk.