Closantel Sodium Dihydrate BP is a highly potent anthelmintic and ectoparasiticide used in veterinary medicine. This formulation contains 150 mg/mL of Closantel equivalent, delivered as a ready-to-use oral suspension.

Closantel is a salicylamide derivative with powerful activity against blood-feeding parasites, mainly effective against liver flukes (Fasciola spp.), lungworms (Dictyocaulus spp.), and some parasitic worms and external parasites in ruminants. It acts by uncoupling oxidative phosphorylation in parasite mitochondria, leading to energy depletion and death.

•  Composition per mL: • Closantel Sodium Dihydrate BP equivalent to Closantel — 150 mg/mL • Excipients — q.s. to 1 mL

•  Appearance: Clear to slightly opalescent oral suspension, off-white to light brown in colour

•  Formulation Type: Ready-to-use oral suspension

•  pH Range: Stable in pH range 5.5–7.0

•  Packaging: Mono carton packaging enclosing HDPE bottle with tamper-evident cap

•  Shelf Life: Minimum 24 months from manufacture under recommended storage

Anthelmintic and Ectoparasiticide

•   Treatment and control of:

      • Liver fluke infections (Fasciola hepatica, Fasciola gigantica)

     • Lungworm infestations (Dictyocaulus viviparus)

     • Some gastrointestinal nematodes sensitive to Closantel
 
    • Control of certain ectoparasites such as biting lice in ruminants

•  Route: Oral (administered directly into the mouth)

•  Recommended Dose:
       • 7.5 mg Closantel per kg body weight (equivalent to 0.05 mL suspension per kg)

      • For example:

     - 50 kg animal: 2.5 mL suspension

     - 100 kg animal: 5 mL suspension

• Administer as a single oral dose unless otherwise directed by a veterinarian.

•  Highly effective against liver flukes and lungworms

•  Long-lasting protection due to slow clearance from tissues

•  Safe and easy oral administration

•  Suitable for cattle, sheep, goats, and buffaloes

•  Mono-carton packaging ensures product integrity and easy handling

•  Generally well tolerated at recommended doses

•  Overdose may cause neurological signs such as incoordination and tremors

•  Hypersensitivity reactions are rare

•  Use caution in animals with impaired liver function

•  Use only under veterinary guidance

•  Do not exceed recommended dose

•  Avoid use in animals with known hypersensitivity to Closantel

•  Not for use in animals intended for human consumption within the withdrawal period

•  Avoid use in pregnant animals unless prescribed by a veterinarian

•  Accurate weight measurement is crucial to avoid toxicity

•  Meat and Offal: Minimum 28 days after treatment

•  Milk: Not recommended for use in lactating animals producing milk for human consumpti

•  Store below 30 °C in a dry, cool place

•  Protect from direct sunlight and freezing

•  Shake well before use

•  Keep bottle tightly closed after use

•  Dispose of empty containers in accordance with local regulations

•  Veterinary prescription-only medicine

•  Schedule H (India) or equivalent classification internationally

•  For veterinary use only — not for human use

•  HS Code (International): 3004.90 – Other medicaments

•  HSN Code (India): 3004.90.99 – Veterinary Medicaments (Others)

•  Shake well before use for uniform suspension

•  Administer using calibrated dosing equipment

•  Do not mix with feed or water

•  Follow withdrawal periods stritly

•  Use mono-carton packaging responsibly to avoid contamination

Q: What is Closantel used for?

A: Closantel is an anthelmintic and ectoparasiticide used primarily to control liver flukes, lungworms, and some ectoparasites in ruminants.

Q: Can this product be used in lactating animals?

 A: No, it is not recommended for lactating animals producing milk for human consumption.

Q: How often can this product be given?

 A: Typically administered as a single dose. Repeat only under veterinary advice.

Q: Is the product safe for young animals?

A: Use in young animals should be under veterinary supervision, with appropriate dosing.

Q: How should I store this product?

A: Store below 30°C, protected from sunlight and freezing, and keep container tightly closed.

Q: What should I do if an overdose occurs?

A: Contact a veterinarian immediately; symptoms may include neurological effects.