Benzimidazole anthelmintics (Continuation)
CAMBENDAZOLE The most usual application of cambendazole, isopropyl [2-( 4-thiazolyl)-1 H -benzimidazol-5-yl] carbamate, is for treating pig roundworms. ACTIVITY Cambendazole has good roundworm activity and some activity against tapeworms. DOSAGE Horses 20 mg/kg. Sheep 20 mg/kg. Cattle 20 mg/kg. Pigs 20-40 mg /kg. Pigeons 75-150 mg/kg for 2 days. METABOLISM The drug is readily absorbed, but residues prevent treatment of dairy cows. It has a withdrawal period before slaughter ...