Protazil Pellets 2 Lb

General Drug Information and Indications

Diclazuril pellets for daily treatment/prevention of EPM caused by Sarcocystis neurona in horses. Diclazuril daily-dose anticoccidial (Protazil 1.56% diclazuril pellets). Mechanism: benzeneacetonitrile derivative disrupts apicoplast function in Sarcocystis neurona → impairs DNA replication and organelle division. Daily dosing protocol (28–90 days) for equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM). Palatability-enhanced alfalfa-based pellets. Key information Diclazuril pellets for EPM in horses. Store at room temperature. 28-day daily treatment course. Mix with small amount of feed.

How to Give this Medication

Oral antiprotozoal pellets: mix into a small amount of feed; ensure complete consumption. Administer once daily at consistent time for 28 days. Store at room temperature; protect from light. If a dose is missed Administer as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and resume the normal schedule. Never double up doses to make up for a missed one. Continue the 28-day course.

Side Effects

Generally well tolerated. GI: loose feces, mild diarrhea (transient). No significant systemic toxicity at labeled doses. Palatability issues occasionally reduce voluntary intake.

Precautions

For animals Complete full 28-day course. Not approved for use in food-producing animals. Monitor for GI signs. For people handling this medication Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222). Antiprotozoal pellets — Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. after handling. Keep out of reach of children. Pregnant women and women of childbearing age should avoid contact.

Overdose

Contact your veterinarian. Diclazuril overdose causes mild GI signs.

Protazil Pellets 2 Lb dosage forms

ProductStrengthFormSizeType
PROTAZIL PELLETS 2 LB 1.56% GRANULES—Granules1Commercial

Sources

This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Merck Veterinary Manual (merckvetmanual.com); Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com)