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ALBEX 2.5%
Presentation
A pale green coloured aqueous oral suspension for administration as a drench. Each ml of Albex 2.5% contains 25mg Albendazole. Albex 2.5% is a broad spectrum multipurpose anthelmintic for the control of mature and developing immature
forms of gastrointestinal roundworms, lungworms, tapeworms and adult liver fluke in sheep and cattle. The
product is also ovicidal against fluke and roundworm eggs.
In sheep it is active against benzimidazole-susceptible strains of the following species:
Roundworms: Ostertagia, Haemonchus, Trichostrongylus, Nematodirus (including N. battus), Chabertia and
Oesophagostomum.
It is usually effective against inhibited larvae of Ostertagia.
Lungworms: Dictyocaulus filaria. Tapeworms: Moniezia spp. Adult liver fluke: Fasciola hepatica. Albex 2.5% is ovicidal and will kill fluke and roundworm eggs, thus reducing pasture contamination.
In cattle it is active against the following species:
Roundworms: Ostertagia, Haemonchus, Trichostrongylus, Nematodirus, Oesophagostomum, Bunostomum,
Cooperia and Strongyloides spp.
It is usually effective against inhibited larvae of Cooperia and Ostertagia.
Lungworms: Dictyocaulus viviparus.
Tapeworms: Moniezia spp.
Adult liver fluke: Fasciola hepatica.

Dosage and Administration
Administration
For oral administration only using properly calibrated dosing equipment. Estimate bodyweight accurately.
Shake the container before use.
Dosage
Sheep
Worm dose: For the control of roundworms, lungworms, tapeworms and fluke and roundworm eggs.
Dosage: 5mg albendazole per kg bodyweight which is equivalent to 2.0ml Albex 2.5% per 10kg bodyweight.
Fluke and worm dose: For the additional treatment of adult liver fluke (chronic fascioliasis) in sheep.
Dosage: 7.5mg albendazole per kg bodyweight, which is equivalent to 3ml Albex 2.5% per 10kg bodyweight.
Cattle
Worm dose: For the control of roundworms, lungworms, tapeworms and fluke and roundworm eggs. Dosage: 7.5mg albendazole per kg bodyweight which is equivalent to 15ml Albex 2.5% per 50kg bodyweight. Fluke and worm dose: For the additional treatment of adult liver fluke (chronic fascioliasis) in cattle. Dosage: 10mg albendazole per kg bodyweight, which is equivalent to 20ml Albex 2.5% per 50kg bodyweight.
Dosage Guide

Cattle
Bodyweight
Worm dose
Fluke and worm
(7.5mg/kg)
(10mg/kg)
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Sheep
Bodyweight Worm
dose Fluke and worm
(5.0mg/kg)
(7.5mg/kg)

Contra-indications, Warnings, etc
Do not use in cases of known hypersensitivity to the active ingredient.
Not to be diluted or mixed with other products. Avoid introduction of contamination during use.
Do not dose ewes at the 'fluke and worm dose' (7.5mg/kg) during tupping or for 1 month after removing the
rams.
Do not use in sheep producing milk for human consumption.
Albex 2.5% can be safely used during lactation. The use of Albex 2.5% in breeding bulls or pregnant cattle is not expected to interfere with their reproductive performance. Cattle suffering from severe lung damage due to heavy lungworm infestation may continue to cough for some weeks after infection. Care must be taken not to damage the pharyngeal region when dosing, particularly in sheep.
Withdrawal Period
Animals must not be slaughtered for human consumption during treatment. Cattle may be slaughtered for
human consumption only after 14 days from the last treatment. Sheep may be slaughtered for human
consumption only after 4 days from the last treatment. Milk for human consumption may be taken from cows
only after 60 hours from the last treatment.
Do not use in sheep producing milk for human consumption.
Pharmaceutical Precautions
The product contains 0.2% w/v Methyl paraben and 0.02% w/v Propyl paraben as antimicrobial preservatives.
Intensive use or misuse of anthelmintics can give rise to resistance. To reduce this risk, dosing programmes should be discussed with your Veterinary Surgeon.
Environmental Precautions
Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with product or used containers.
Dispose of used containers safely.
Unused product should be disposed of in accordance with current practice for pharmaceutical waste under
national waste disposal regulations.
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General Precautions For animal treatment only. Keep out of the reach of children.
Operator Precautions
Direct contact with the skin should be kept to a minimum. Wear suitable protective clothing including impermeable rubber gloves. Wash hands after use.
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Package Quantities
1L, 2.5L, 5L and 10 L
VPA

Source: http://www.chanelleveterinary.com/documents/products/MPNV8UKH97.pdf