Profender (emodepside/praziquantel) is a topical solution available to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian to treat and control hookworm, roundworm, and tapeworm infections in cats and kittens that are at least 8 weeks old and and weigh at least 2.2 pounds.

Profender comes in tubes of various sizes for cats with different weights.

Directions

Profender should be used as directed by your veterinarian, who will determine an appropriate dosage for your cat. You should receive instructions by your veterinarian or veterinary technician on how to apply Profender appropriately. Profender is for topical use only.

Part the fur on the back of your cat’s neck until you see skin. Profender should be applied onto the skin on the back of the cat’s neck at the base of the head. Ensure the skin is dry and intact. Do not get the medication in your cat’s eyes or mouth, and do not allow your cat to lick the application site for one hour–consuming the medication can result in salivation and vomiting. Keep other pets away from your cat to prevent them from licking the application site. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after application.

A single treatment of Profender is effective; however, it can be reapplied after 30 days if your cat develops another hookworm, roundworm, or tapeworm infection.

Store Profender at or below 77°F (25°C). Avoid freezing. Keep the medication stored away from children and other pets.

You may refer to the medication leaflet that comes with the Profender prescription for further usage instructions.

Any questions or concerns may be referred to your veterinarian.

Ingredients

The active ingredients in Profender for cats include emodepside and praziquantel.

Contraindications

There are no contraindications listed in the most recent Prescribing Information.

Cautions

• Before applying Profender to your cat, talk to your veterinarian about your cat’s:
• Medications
• Allergies
• Current health problems and past medical history
• Breeding, lactating, or pregnancy status
• Profender should not be used in humans. Keep children from coming into contact with the application site for 24 hours after use. If you are pregnant or may become pregnant, do not directly touch the product, as studies suggest that emodepside, an active ingredient in Profender, may interfere with fetal development in rats and rabbits. Disposable gloves may be worn when applying the product.
• Caution should be exercised in cats that are sick or debilitated.

Side Effects

Profender side effects include but are not limited to reactions at the application site, hypersalivation, lethargy/depression, vomiting, coordination problems, anorexia, trembling/twitching, diarrhea, dilated pupils, fever, hyperactivity, and nervousness.

Inform your veterinarian right away if your cat has side effects that become worrisome or won’t go away.

Here, you can buy Profender with a valid prescription from your veterinarian.

Reference

1. Profender. Greenfield, IN: Elanco US Inc.; 2022.

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