Equimec TAPE ( formerly called Equimec Plus Tape) Horse Wormer - Single tube

Equimec TAPE (formerly called Equimec Plus Tape) Horse Wormer - Single tube

Equimec Tape Broad Spectrum Antiparasitic Worming Paste For Horses Effectively Treats And Controls A Wide Range Of Intestinal And Skin Parasites

Active Ingredients

• 77.5 g/kg Praziquantel
• 15.5 g/kg Ivermectin

This wormer offers a comprehensive solution for parasite control in horses, ideal as the cornerstone of any equine parasite management program

Broad Spectrum Control: Equimec Tape eliminates the most critical internal parasites, including arterial stages of S. vulgaris and bots, with a single, low-volume dose

Veterinarian Recommended: Consult with your veterinarian to integrate this product into a tailored parasite control program that fits your horse's specific health needs

Routine Treatment: To maintain effective control, regular treatment is necessary as reinfection can frequently occur

Safe for All Horses: Formulated with Ivermectin and Praziquantel, it is safe for horses of all ages, including mares at any stage of pregnancy and breeding stallions, without affecting fertility

Easy Administration: The paste is designed for easy, stress-free administration, ensuring correct dosage and minimization of waste

Treats And Controls:

• Tapeworms
• Large Strongyles
• Small Strongyles (including strains that have become resistant to benzimidazole)
• Pinworms
• Ascarids
• Hairworms
• Large-Mouth Stomach Worms
• Neck Threadworms
• Bots
• Lungworms
• Intestinal Threadworms
• Skin lesions caused by Habronema and Draschia spp. cutaneous larvae (summer sores) and Onchocerca spp microfilariae (cutaneous onchocerciasis)

Dose Rate:

• EQUIMEC Tape is given orally at the recommended dose level of 200µg Ivermectin/kg and 1mg/kg Praziquantel liveweight
• The contents of one syringe will treat one horse at 600kg liveweight
• Each weight marking on the syringe plunger will deliver 1.29g of paste which is sufficient to treat 100kg liveweight

Directions For Use

• Turn the knurled ring 1/4 turn to the right to lock it in place
• Remove the plastic cap from the tip of the nozzle
• Make sure the horse’s mouth does not contain feed
• Insert the syringe into the side of the horse's mouth in the gap between the front and back teeth
• Advance the plunger as far as it will go, depositing the medication on the rear of the tongue
• Immediately raise the horse's head for a few seconds after dosing to ensure the full dose has been swallowed

Notes to User

• Resolution of summer sores involving extensive tissue changes may require other appropriate therapy in conjunction with treatment with EQUIMEC Tape
• Reinfection, and measures for its prevention should also be considered
• Consult your veterinarian if the condition does not improve

Suggested Parasite Control Program

• All horses should be included in a regular parasite control program with particular attention being paid to mares, foals, and yearlings
• Foals should be treated initially at 6-8 weeks of age, and routine treatment repeated as appropriate
• This product is highly effective against tapeworms and gastrointestinal, cutaneous, and pulmonary nematodes and bots of horses of all ages
• Regular treatment will reduce the chances of verminous arteritis and colic caused by S.vulgaris
• Consult your veterinarian for a control programme to meet your specific needs

Meat Withholding Period (Horses)

Do not use less than 28 days before slaughter for human consumption

Caution

NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE, OR IN ANY MANNER, CONTRARY TO THE LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION

DO NOT USE this preparation in any other animals intended for human consumption

• Harmful if swallowed
• Will irritate the eyes and skin
• Avoid contact with eyes and skin
• If the product is in the eyes, wash it out immediately with water
• Wash hands after use

APVMA No.: 56588/138549