Alben C tablets for cats: instructions for use

Description of the drug

The drug belongs to the anthelmentic combination drugs.
Its advantages include broad nematicidal and cestocidal actions (i.e. against the most common parasites). Moreover, for absolutely all phases of development of round and tapeworms. Alben S deworming tablets should not be taken by pregnant cats, as well as very young kittens, under the age of 3 months.

If we talk about the international nonproprietary name, it sounds like this - albendazole + praziquantel.

Attention!

The drug has side effects. But this also speaks about the honesty of the manufacturers. Side effects are entirely related to intolerance to the components of the drug. And allergic reactions to it. In this case, if they occur, the drug should be stopped.

In terms of release form, the drug is distributed in the form of tablets. They are flat and have a chamfer on one side and a cross logo on the other.

The drug should be stored at a temperature from minus 5 to plus 25 degrees.

The drug is prescribed both for therapeutic purposes and as a prophylaxis. To get rid of many parasites. Here are just a few of them:

• toxocariasis;
• toxascariasis;
• dipylidiosis;
• diphyllobothriasis;
• hookworms;
• roundworms;
• tapeworms;
• chips.

Despite the fact that cats can be affected by absolutely all types of worms, the most common of them are round and tape parasites.

That is, with its help you can overcome almost any type of worm.

Regarding special precautions that must be observed when taking the drug, they are not provided and are not necessary.

The shelf life of the medicine is 3 years from the date on which it was manufactured.

It is prohibited to store, let alone use, Alben-s after the expiration date.

Let's talk in more detail about the active ingredients of the medicine: 1 tablet contains albendazole (0.25 g of this substance) and praziquantel (azinox) (very little of it, only 0.025 g), and auxiliary, but also necessary substances and components, namely:: lactose – 0.175 g and potato starch – 0.15 g.

Indications for use

Alben C has a nonmotodocidal and cestodocidal effect on all phases of development of roundworms and tapeworms. The active ingredients of the drug increase the permeability of the parasite's cell membranes and inhibit their metabolism. This leads to paralysis of the helminth, and then to its death. Thus, Alben C is indicated for the following diseases:

• toxocariasis (Toxocara canis);
• hookworm (Ancylostoma caninum);
• echinococcosis (Echinococcus granulosus, Ehinococcus multilocularis);
• diphyllobothriasis (Diphyllobothrium latum);
• taeniasis (Taenia spp);
• coenurosis (Multiceps multiceps);
• dipylidia (Dipylidium caninum);
• trichocephalosis (Trichuris vulpis);
• uncinaria (Uncinaria stenocephala).

These diseases can be caused by an adult helminth or its larvae; they are characterized by various symptoms and course of the disease. The diagnosis can be made by a veterinarian, so if you are sure that you have not made a mistake in choosing a drug, then at least consult a specialist by phone. Without prior consultation, Alben S is used for the prevention of helminthiasis.

Before using an anthelmintic, it is advisable to consult a veterinarian

Fight against worms

Antiparasitic treatment is a mandatory measure of cat care. Including from worms. This is especially important if there are children in the house.

Therefore, the medicine Alben S should be present in your home medicine cabinet.

One of the most deservedly popular and most effective medicines for worms is sold in almost every veterinary pharmacy in any city in Russia.

The drug is so effective thanks to the components it contains.

Cost and analogues

Manufacturers offer a large selection of drugs for the treatment and prevention of helminthic infestation in pets. If the use of Alben S tablets is impossible for some reason, it should be replaced with a product that has a similar effect.

Analogues of Alben S are Albendazole, Azinox, Drontal. To choose a medication, you should seek help from a veterinarian, this will help avoid negative consequences in the form of side effects or poisoning.

If for some reason it is impossible to take Alben S, experts recommend replacing the medicine with another anthelmintic. As analogues of drugs against helminthic infestation in animals, the following drugs can be used:

• Azinox;
• Albendazole;
• Drontal.

The described veterinary drug for the treatment and prevention of worm infection belongs to the economy segment and is available to any pet owner. The average cost in veterinary pharmacies is from 70 rubles per package of 1 blister of 3 pcs. The deworming drug is suitable not only for cats, but also for dogs, pigs, and cattle.

Instructions for use

The drug is used for both dogs and cats once. How many tablets should I take? The dose is 1 tablet for every 5 kg of animal.

Attention!

It is advisable to do this during the morning feeding. If necessary, it is introduced forcibly.

Cats (and this also applies to dogs) weighing less than 2.5 kg need to be crushed into a suspension. And dissolve the tablet in 10 ml of water.

Shake the solution and immediately inject it into the animal using a syringe without a needle. Calculate 1 ml of suspension per 0.5 kg of cat weight. According to customer reviews, it is very convenient.

Important!

Sometimes, when taking some drugs, it is necessary for the cat to go on a fasting diet or take various laxatives, but she does not need to do this before taking this drug.

Security measures

Processing an animal using Alben S does not require special safety measures. It is enough to follow the general rules of hygiene:

• do not eat or smoke while working;
• use rubber gloves to help avoid contact with the drug;
• if the cat owner is at risk of developing allergies, you should use a mask;
• if the medicine gets on the skin or mucous membranes, wash the area thoroughly with running water and soap;
• At the end of the procedure, wash your hands with detergent.

Operating principle

After being taken, the tablet dissolves very quickly in the stomach and, accordingly, is absorbed into the tissues.
Together with the blood flow, the active substances are quickly distributed throughout the animal’s body. The drug reaches its maximum concentration several (how many depends on many factors) hours after taking the medicine.

The components that make up the drug destroy the cell membranes of worms, which causes their rapid death.

You need to drink it from a spoon or using a disposable syringe without a needle. The dosage depends on the weight of the animal, 1 tablet is designed for 5 kg.

If the purpose of taking the drug is only prevention, then it is given once, once every 3 months. If the helminthic infestation is severe, then 2-fold application is possible. The second dose is given approximately a week later, 5 to 7 days.

Reference!

It is recommended to carry out additional deworming before vaccinating the cat.

Composition and pharmacological properties.

“Alben” tablets contain 360 mg of albendazole as an active ingredient in 1 tablet, and as excipients: polyvinylpyrrolidone, calcium stearate, potato starch and lactose.

"Alben" granules in 1 g contain albendazole - 200 mg as an active ingredient, and as excipients: polyvinylpyrrolidone, calcium stearate, potato starch and lactose.

Albendazole, which is part of the drug, has a wide spectrum of anthelmintic action, is effective against mono- and polyinfestations, is active against sexually mature and immature nematodes and cestodes, as well as sexually mature trematodes. Possessing an ovicidal effect, it reduces the infestation of pastures with helminth eggs.

The mechanism of action of albendazole is to selectively suppress the polymerization of beta-tubulin, which leads to the destruction of cytoplasmic microtubules of helminth intestinal tract cells; By changing the course of biochemical processes, albendazole suppresses the utilization of glucose and inhibits the synthesis of ATP, blocks the movement of secretory granules and other organelles in the muscle cells of helminths, causing their death.

Alben S for cats: advantages and disadvantages

Advantages:

• This drug is classified as non-toxic or low-toxic.
• It has a minimal number of contraindications and is suitable for almost all cats, except for very small kittens.
• Inexpensive price of the drug. Approximately 90 rubles, but differences may vary depending on the region.
• At the same time, it has a considerable number of analogues.
• The principle of reception is simple. You can even dissolve them on the animal's tongue or grind them and then dissolve them in water.
• It's very effective.
• This medicine can also be given to kittens, but it is important: not earlier than 3 months of age.

No deficiencies were identified. It is perhaps not advisable to use it for preventive purposes by regularly feeding it to your cat. It has been scientifically proven that the drug has the property

accumulate in the cat's body. In animals, this will most likely lead to bad consequences, which include pathologies of the circulatory system.

According to reviews from some buyers of the drug, it is not particularly convenient to give cats medicine in tablet form. The only way out is to grind it into powder. This method has already been mentioned above.

Important!

When giving anti-worm medications, it is important to follow the required dosage and generally adhere to the instructions included with the drug.

Side effects and contraindications

There are usually no side effects when the drug is used according to the instructions. In rare cases, some cats may experience a state of hypersensitivity, which is manifested by decreased appetite, nausea, vomiting, and weakness. It is also possible to develop an allergic reaction.

Attention! If your pet develops symptoms of hypersensitivity or allergy, stop taking the drug immediately. To carry out regular preventive deworming, another remedy is selected, the administration of which will be easier for the animals to tolerate.

Contraindications to the use of Alben S include:

1. Hypersensitivity to any component of the composition;
2. The first half of pregnancy and lactation in cats;
3. Reduced immunity, weakened condition of the pet;
4. Infectious diseases in the acute stage and the recovery period;
5. Kittens are up to 2.5 months old.

Not recommended for children

Reviews

Reviews are mostly positive. People praise this drug for the following benefits:

• The drug is affordable;
• It is very convenient to give it according to the weight of the animal;
• 2-3 months is quite a long period of time, which will relieve possible problems;
• One interesting piece of advice was given by the buyer (more precisely, the buyer) of this medicine: her cat weighs more than 5 kg, but in principle she will not want to eat any medicine. She found a way to deceive him: she envelops the tablet with a thin layer of butter. Then he pushes it down his throat. The oil glides on, smells delicious, and does not cause resistance from the cat.

Among the disadvantages they name: if the cat weighs more than 2.5 kg, then you need to give a whole tablet. And it's not that simple. The tablet is large and the animal may choke on it. Unless if you use the advice given last in the list of advantages, this disadvantage will go away.

Release form

The drug is available in the following forms:

• The tablets are white, have a specific odor and are packaged 6 pieces per box.
• Powder is an amorphous granular substance without additional components.
• Gel – produced in the form of a homogeneous mass of white or gray color.
• Suspensions - available in bottles of 100-1000 ml.

Side effects

No adverse reactions were observed with the drug during testing. Individual intolerance to the components may only occur. And then the furry ones may have stool problems, and malfunctions in the digestive system may also occur.

If you notice allergic reactions on your pet's body, then you need to stop using Alben C. Such situations may occur due to an error in dosage calculations. If you notice side effects in your cat, give him an antihistamine. This way you can reduce the risk of health problems.