Eprinomectin for Cattle
Eprinomectin is used in cattle for GI nematodes, GI nematodes (extended-release), Heartworm prevention. Routes documented in cattle: Topical, SC. ExoticRx tracks Eprinomectin dosing for cattle from primary veterinary literature; sign in to view the full rule set. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Eprinex, LongRange
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Cited dose rules for Eprinomectin in cattle are available with a free ExoticRx account. Each row carries the route, dose range, frequency, indication, evidence level, and primary-source citation.
Mechanism of action
Potentiates GABA and glutamate-gated chloride channels causing paralysis and death of nematodes and arthropods.
Side effects & warnings
Zero milk withdrawal in cattle. Do not use in cats or dogs. Ivermectin-sensitive breeds (Collies) may be at risk. Injectable form provides extended duration.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for cattle may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Eprinomectin pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in cattle — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from primary literature; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.