Drontal Plus® Tablets for Dogs

This prescription dewormer for dogs helps clear common intestinal parasites. It is given by mouth and targets tapeworms, hookworms, roundworms, and whipworms. This page explains dosing, safety, strengths, and how you can order with US delivery from Canada if paying without insurance.

What Drontal Plus® Is and How It Works

This medicine combines praziquantel, pyrantel pamoate, and febantel. Together, these agents disrupt parasite nerve and muscle function, which helps clear worms through normal intestinal transit. The tablets act within the gut and do not require fasting. CanadianInsulin.com is a prescription referral platform. We verify prescriptions with your prescriber when required, and licensed Canadian pharmacies dispense your order.

The product is available as palatable Taste Tabs and as film-coated tablets. Most dogs accept the chewable option, which simplifies dosing. Always follow the label and your veterinarian’s directions.

Who It’s For

Drontal Plus tablets for dogs are indicated to remove tapeworms, hookworms, roundworms, and whipworms. Use in puppies at least 3 weeks old and weighing 2 lb or more, based on the label. The dewormer is not for cats. Avoid use in pregnant bitches unless your veterinarian advises it after risk assessment.

Dosage and Usage

Dosing is weight-based and typically given as a single oral treatment. The tablets can be offered by hand or hidden in a small amount of food. Give the Drontal Plus chewable tablet with or without food unless your veterinarian directs otherwise. Do not crush unless instructed. Do not divide one tablet for multiple dogs unless the label provides scored directions. When reinfestation risk is high, your veterinarian may recommend retesting and retreatment.

Strengths and Forms

Common presentations include:

• Taste Tabs chewables in three sizes for body weight bands.
• Film-coated tablets for dogs that prefer a traditional tablet.

Published strengths include 22.7 mg, 68 mg, and 136 mg tablet sizes for the praziquantel component, with corresponding pyrantel pamoate and febantel amounts. Availability can vary by market and pack size.

Missed Dose and Timing

If a scheduled dose is missed, give it when you remember the same day. If it is close to a planned follow-up dose, skip the missed one. Do not double up. Because this therapy is usually a single administration, your veterinarian may advise a repeat only when needed.

Storage and Travel Basics

Store tablets at controlled room temperature in the original packaging. Keep dry, protect from moisture and light, and secure out of reach of children and other animals. When you travel, carry the medication in a labeled container with your prescription details. Pack only what you need, plus a small buffer, and keep it in your hand luggage. If crossing borders with your pet, bring documentation such as the prescription and vaccination records. For more options across species and conditions, browse Pet Medications.

Benefits

This treatment provides broad-spectrum intestinal parasite coverage in dogs. A single oral dose simplifies administration compared with multi-day regimens. Palatable options may improve acceptance in picky eaters. Weight-based tablet sizes help match dosing bands, reducing guesswork.

Side Effects and Safety

• Vomiting or soft stools
• Reduced appetite
• Lethargy or tiredness
• Drooling or lip licking
• Abdominal discomfort

Serious reactions are uncommon but can include allergic responses. Puppies with heavy worm burdens may show gastrointestinal signs as parasites clear. Seek veterinary care if symptoms persist or worsen. If your veterinarian treats concurrent bacterial skin infections, see our guide on Cephalexin For Dogs And Cats Uses And Dosage Guide.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Use caution with piperazine-containing products, which may reduce the activity of pyrantel. Avoid combining multiple dewormers unless directed by a veterinarian. Tell your veterinarian about all medicines, supplements, and preventives your dog receives, including flea and tick control. Safety data in breeding or pregnant dogs is limited; use only under veterinary guidance. For older pets with joint disease, our overview may help your planning: Understanding Arthritis In Dogs And Cats What To Know.

What to Expect Over Time

Most dogs pass or digest dead parasites after treatment, so segments may be seen in stool for a short period. Tapeworm reinfection can occur if fleas are present; coordinate deworming with flea control. Your veterinarian may recommend fecal checks to confirm clearance. Managing itchy skin can support flea control; learn more in End The Scratching How Atopica Capsules For Dogs Can Help.

Compare With Alternatives

Alternatives depend on target parasites and your dog’s history. Single-ingredient praziquantel treats tapeworms; see Droncit®. Broad fenbendazole covers several intestinal worms and some giardia; see Panacur® Granules 22 2. A pyrantel-only option may be considered for specific cases under veterinary guidance.

Pricing and Access

Drontal Plus Canadian pricing reflects the regulated market in Canada. Ordering through our platform provides prescription verification and Ships from Canada to US fulfilment to your address. See the product page for current pricing and availability. Checkout is encrypted. For potential savings, review our Promotions.

Availability and Substitutions

Generic Drontal Plus products are not approved in the United States at this time. If the requested item is unavailable, your veterinarian may recommend an appropriate substitute with similar coverage. We will not dispense alternatives without a valid prescription that matches the change. For households with cats, learn about feline options such as What Is Onsior Cat Medicine Used For.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

This therapy suits most healthy dogs that need broad intestinal parasite control. It is not for cats, and it is not indicated for puppies under 3 weeks of age or under 2 lb. Dogs with a history of drug sensitivities, pregnancy, or severe illness require veterinary oversight before treatment. To manage costs, consider larger pack sizes when appropriate for multi-dog households, set refill reminders, and align fecal testing with planned deworming.

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• Which worms are most likely in my dog based on local risk?
• What tablet size matches my dog’s current weight?
• Should I combine treatment with a flea control plan?
• When should we recheck a fecal sample after dosing?
• What signs would require an urgent follow-up visit?
• Can I give this with current preventives or supplements?
• How should I adjust timing for multiple pets in my home?

Authoritative Sources

Elanco: Drontal Plus Taste TabsFDA CVM: Drontal Plus Taste TabsHealth Canada Drug Product Database

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