Fenbendazole Safety

Fenbendazole is a drug used to eliminate intestinal parasites from animals. The drug effectively gets rid of roundworms, hookworms, whipworms and tapeworms. As with any drug, an animal may experience side effects while taking Fenbendazole; however, the drug is generally safe.

  1. Safety

    • Fenbendazole is one of the safest animal dewormers on the market. Fasting is not required and it is safe to use on pregnant and lactating animals.

    Considerations

    • While Fenbendazole is safe to administer to different animals, the drug is FDA approved for dogs only.

    Side Effects

    • Fenbendazole has virtually no side effects. In rare instances, loose stool and vomiting may occur.

    Reinfestation Prevention

    • After treating your pet with Fenbendazole, maintain a clean pet area to help prevent re-infestation.

    Storage

    • Fenbendazole should be stored at a controlled room temperature of 59 to 86 degrees Fahrenheit.

    Warning

    • Fenbendazole is an over-the-counter medication; however, you should not administer the drug to pets without the guidance of a veterinarian. Hypersensitive animals may be allergic to the drug.