Frequently Asked Questions
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Does Nemex-2 take care of tapeworms also? |
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Nemex-2 is a highly palatable formulation intended as a single treatment for the removal of large roundworms and hookworms. It is not intended for the removal of tapeworms.
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Can I use Nemex-2 on cats? |
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Nemex-2 is designed to eliminate worms in dogs and puppies only. Drs. Foster & Smith carry Piper Worm Wormer, which is designed to eliminate roundworms in cats and dogs.
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Does Nemex-2 expire? |
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Nemex-2 does have an expiration date. For best results, all of this product should be used before it expires.
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Can Nemex-2 be used on pregnant dogs? |
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Nemex-2 is not for use in sick or pregnant dogs. Nemex-2 should be used on the mother after the puppies are born to prevent infestation from cleaning up after her young.
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What is the dosage for the tablets and liquid? |
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The small dog size is 1 tablet for each 10-lbs. of body weight. The large dog size is 1 tablet for 50-lbs. of body weight. Liquid dosage is 1ml for each 2-lbs. of body weight, or 1 tsp. per each 10-lbs. of body weight.
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How often should an adult dog be wormed? |
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Adult dogs that are infested with worm parasites should be dewormed every 2 weeks for 6 weeks or 3 times. We recommend that your pet have an annual fecal exam at your veterinarian's.
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What’s the difference between Nemex-2 and ProWormer·2? |
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Both wormers contain pyrantel pamoate, which eliminates hookworms and roundworms in dogs and puppies. Nemex-2 comes in liquid and tablet form; ProWormer·2 comes in liquid only and may be added to your pet's food.
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Do I need to use a heartworm preventative if I give my dog Nemex? |
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Yes. Nemex-2 will only eliminate hookworms and roundworms. It will not prevent heartworm. Always make sure your pet is on a heartworm preventative recommended by your veterinarian.
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Why do puppies have to be dewormed so much? |
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Puppies can become infected with worm parasites while they're in their mother's uterus. They can also be infected by their mother's milk. This is why it is so important to begin deworming your puppies at 2 weeks of age and continue until they have completed nursing.
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