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US brand names:Bitin
Bithionol is dosed at 30–50 mg/kg PO q48h for 10-15 doses in dogs, per Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Uncouples oxidative phosphorylation in trematodes and cestodes, inhibiting parasite energy production.
GI upset common. Photosensitivity may occur. Limited veterinary use — primarily for fluke infections not responsive to other agents.
Species references:All Cat (Domestic) drugsAll Dog (Domestic) drugs
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