Question 1

What is Monepantel used for?

Accepted Answer

Monepantel is indicated for: GI nematodes including multi-drug resistant strains, GI nematodes including resistant strains.

Question 2

What routes can Monepantel be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: PO.

Question 3

Which species have cited Monepantel dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Monepantel dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 2 species: Goat (Caprine), Sheep (Ovine).

Question 4

Is Monepantel a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Monepantel is not federally scheduled in the US. Controlled-drug status differs by country — verify your local rules.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Monepantel?

Accepted Answer

Primarily for ruminants but investigational in companion animals. Novel resistance class. Do not use in food-producing animals in some jurisdictions.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Monepantel?

Accepted Answer

Reported side effects, adverse reactions, and contraindications for Monepantel: Primarily for ruminants but investigational in companion animals. Novel resistance class. Do not use in food-producing animals in some jurisdictions.

Question 7

How does Monepantel work?

Accepted Answer

Agonist of nematode-specific acetylcholine receptor (MPHCO-1), causing spastic paralysis. No cross-resistance with existing anthelmintic classes.

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