Fenbendazole for Pet Rat
Pocket Pet · Rattus norvegicus var. domestica · typical adult weight 0.25–0.70 kg
Fenbendazole is used in pet rat for Routine intestinal nematodes. Routes documented in pet rat: PO. A typical adult pet rat weighs 0.25–0.70 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Fenbendazole in pet rat, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Panacur
Dose ranges
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 20 mg/kg | q24h x 5d | Routine intestinal nematodes | Moderate | ExoticRx 2026 (rat dosing guide); Carpenter 6e |
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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 pet rat may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Other Antiparasitic drugs with pet rat dosing
Fenbendazole dosing in other species
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 pet rat — 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.