Question 1

What is Closantel (Livestock) used for?

Accepted Answer

Closantel (Livestock) is indicated for: Haemonchus, Haemonchus contortus, liver flukes, Liver flukes (Fasciola).

Question 2

What routes can Closantel (Livestock) be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: PO, SC.

Question 3

Which species have cited Closantel (Livestock) dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Closantel (Livestock) dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 2 species: Cattle (Beef/Dairy), Sheep (Ovine).

Question 4

Is Closantel (Livestock) a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Closantel (Livestock) is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Closantel (Livestock)?

Accepted Answer

For cattle and sheep. Effective against adult liver flukes and Haemonchus contortus. Long withdrawal period due to protein binding. Overdose can cause blindness (optic nerve damage). Not available in all markets.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Closantel (Livestock)?

Accepted Answer

For cattle and sheep. Effective against adult liver flukes and Haemonchus contortus. Long withdrawal period due to protein binding. Overdose can cause blindness (optic nerve damage). Not available in all markets.

Question 7

How does Closantel (Livestock) work?

Accepted Answer

Salicylanilide anthelmintic that uncouples oxidative phosphorylation in the parasite mitochondria. Highly protein-bound with long duration of activity. Effective against Haemonchus and liver flukes.

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