What is the dose of Fenbendazole for Cattle?

Fenbendazole dose range in cattle, with cited primary-source references: PO 5 mg/kg single dose.

How is Fenbendazole administered in Cattle?

Documented routes for Fenbendazole in cattle: PO.

What conditions does Fenbendazole treat in Cattle?

Fenbendazole is indicated in cattle for: GI nematodes, lungworms.

What are the side effects of Fenbendazole in Cattle?

These are general warnings for Fenbendazole across species; consult the cattle dosing table above for species-specific guidance. Very wide safety margin. Rarely causes vomiting or diarrhea. Safe in pregnant animals at standard doses. Must be given for multiple consecutive days for efficacy.

Fenbendazole for Cattle

Livestock · Bos taurus · typical adult weight 250.00–900.00 kg

Fenbendazole is used in cattle for GI nematodes, lungworms. Routes documented in cattle: PO. A typical adult cattle weighs 250.00–900.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Fenbendazole in cattle, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.

Trade names: Panacur

Dose ranges

Route	Dose	Frequency	Indication	Evidence	Source
PO	5 mg/kg	single dose	GI nematodes, lungworms	Strong	FDA NADA Label

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Mechanism of action

Binds to beta-tubulin, inhibiting microtubule polymerization in parasites. Disrupts energy metabolism and cell division.

Side effects & warnings

Very wide safety margin. Rarely causes vomiting or diarrhea. Safe in pregnant animals at standard doses. Must be given for multiple consecutive days for efficacy.

Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for cattle may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.

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Fenbendazole dosing in other species

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Why a species-specific page? Fenbendazole pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in cattle — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.

Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.