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What is Cestex?

Cestex is an anthelminthic (dewormer) used to treat tapeworm infections in dogs and cats. Cestex is sold per tablet and requires a prescription from your veterinarian.

Suitable For:

Cats and Dogs (7+ weeks of age and older)

Benefits:

  • Successfully removes tapeworms in cats and dogs
  • Given as a single one-time dose
  • Side effects are rare, and there are no known drug interactions
  • Sold per tablet

How does Cestex work?

Cestex is an anthelminthic (dewormer). It paralyzes the tapeworm which causes it to lose its grip on your pet's intestinal wall. The tapeworm is then digested with no sign of the parasite seen in the stool after treatment.

Cautions:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION:  Use only in cats and dogs 7 weeks and older.

Brand Name:

Cestex (Zoetis)

Generic Name:

Epsiprantel (ep-see-pran'-tell)

What is the most important thing I should know about Cestex?

Cestex is a prescription medication FDA approved for veterinary use in dogs and cats. Cestex is available as tablets. The usual dose for dogs is 2.55 mg/lb of pet's body weight given as a single dose. The usual dose for cats is 1.25 mg/lb of pet's body weight given as a single dose. Fasting is not required nor is it recommended.

What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving Cestex to my pet?

Tell your veterinarian if your pet is taking any other medications to treat worms. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is pregnant or lactating.

How should Cestex be given?

Give this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. Cestex should be given as a single dose. Cestex can be given with or without food. If you do not understand the directions ask the pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. Store Cestex at room temperature. Keep this medication away from children and pets.

What are the potential side effects of Cestex?

No side effects were observed during clinical field trials. In very rare instances, vomiting or diarrhea may occur. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to your pet.

What happens if I miss giving a dose of Cestex?

Cestex is given as a single dose one time.

What happens if I overdose my pet on Cestex?

An overdose of this medication is unlikely. Your pet may experience vomiting if an extremely high dose is given. If an overdose is suspected, seek emergency veterinary medical treatment.

What should I avoid while giving Cestex to my pet?

Do not give Cestex to kittens and puppies less than 7 weeks of age. Because humans can contract tapeworm from pets it is important to maintain good personal hygiene. It is also important to eliminate fleas on the pet and in the household and to not feed the pet rodents or uncooked meat or fish. To prevent reinfection, daily cleanup of stools is recommended.

What other drugs will affect Cestex?

There are no known drug interactions.

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Cestex Directions:

  • Cestex is an oral dewormer (anthelmintic) medication available by prescription used to treat tapeworm infections in dogs and cats.
  • Because humans can contract tapeworm from pets it is important to clean up after your pet and to wash your hands thoroughly. It is also important to eliminate fleas on the pet and in the household and to not feed your pet rodents or uncooked meat or fish.
Tip:

Cestex can be given with or without food, and fasting is not necessary or recommended.

Cestex Dosage:

Cestex Dosage for Cats (7+ weeks of age)
Weight Dosage
Up to 10 lbs Give 12.5 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
11-20 lbs Give 25 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
Cestex Dosage for Dogs (7+ weeks of age)
Weight Dosage
Up to 5 lbs Give 12.5 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
6-10 lbs Give 25 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
11-20 lbs Give 50 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
21-40 lbs Give 100 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
41-50 lbs Give 125 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
51-60 lbs Give 150 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
61-80 lbs Give 200 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
81-90 lbs Give 225 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
91-100 lbs Give 250 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
Over 100 lbs Give 2.5 mg/lb of pet's body weight rounding up to the next whole tablet combination or as directed by your veterinarian
Cestex Dosage for Horses
Horses
Do not use!

Storage:

Store this product at room temperature.

Cestex Ingredients:

Cestex 12.5 mg Tablet
Active Ingredient (per tablet) Amount
Epsiprantel 12.5 mg
Cestex 50 mg Tablet
Active Ingredient (per tablet) Amount
Epsiprantel 50 mg
Product Details
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What is Cestex?

Cestex is an anthelminthic (dewormer) used to treat tapeworm infections in dogs and cats. Cestex is sold per tablet and requires a prescription from your veterinarian.

Suitable For:

Cats and Dogs (7+ weeks of age and older)

Benefits:

  • Successfully removes tapeworms in cats and dogs
  • Given as a single one-time dose
  • Side effects are rare, and there are no known drug interactions
  • Sold per tablet

How does Cestex work?

Cestex is an anthelminthic (dewormer). It paralyzes the tapeworm which causes it to lose its grip on your pet's intestinal wall. The tapeworm is then digested with no sign of the parasite seen in the stool after treatment.

Cautions:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION:  Use only in cats and dogs 7 weeks and older.

Brand Name:

Cestex (Zoetis)

Generic Name:

Epsiprantel (ep-see-pran'-tell)

What is the most important thing I should know about Cestex?

Cestex is a prescription medication FDA approved for veterinary use in dogs and cats. Cestex is available as tablets. The usual dose for dogs is 2.55 mg/lb of pet's body weight given as a single dose. The usual dose for cats is 1.25 mg/lb of pet's body weight given as a single dose. Fasting is not required nor is it recommended.

What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving Cestex to my pet?

Tell your veterinarian if your pet is taking any other medications to treat worms. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is pregnant or lactating.

How should Cestex be given?

Give this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. Cestex should be given as a single dose. Cestex can be given with or without food. If you do not understand the directions ask the pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. Store Cestex at room temperature. Keep this medication away from children and pets.

What are the potential side effects of Cestex?

No side effects were observed during clinical field trials. In very rare instances, vomiting or diarrhea may occur. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to your pet.

What happens if I miss giving a dose of Cestex?

Cestex is given as a single dose one time.

What happens if I overdose my pet on Cestex?

An overdose of this medication is unlikely. Your pet may experience vomiting if an extremely high dose is given. If an overdose is suspected, seek emergency veterinary medical treatment.

What should I avoid while giving Cestex to my pet?

Do not give Cestex to kittens and puppies less than 7 weeks of age. Because humans can contract tapeworm from pets it is important to maintain good personal hygiene. It is also important to eliminate fleas on the pet and in the household and to not feed the pet rodents or uncooked meat or fish. To prevent reinfection, daily cleanup of stools is recommended.

What other drugs will affect Cestex?

There are no known drug interactions.

See more
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Cestex Directions:

  • Cestex is an oral dewormer (anthelmintic) medication available by prescription used to treat tapeworm infections in dogs and cats.
  • Because humans can contract tapeworm from pets it is important to clean up after your pet and to wash your hands thoroughly. It is also important to eliminate fleas on the pet and in the household and to not feed your pet rodents or uncooked meat or fish.
Tip:

Cestex can be given with or without food, and fasting is not necessary or recommended.

Cestex Dosage:

Cestex Dosage for Cats (7+ weeks of age)
Weight Dosage
Up to 10 lbs Give 12.5 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
11-20 lbs Give 25 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
Cestex Dosage for Dogs (7+ weeks of age)
Weight Dosage
Up to 5 lbs Give 12.5 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
6-10 lbs Give 25 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
11-20 lbs Give 50 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
21-40 lbs Give 100 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
41-50 lbs Give 125 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
51-60 lbs Give 150 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
61-80 lbs Give 200 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
81-90 lbs Give 225 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
91-100 lbs Give 250 mg as a single dose or as directed by your veterinarian
Over 100 lbs Give 2.5 mg/lb of pet's body weight rounding up to the next whole tablet combination or as directed by your veterinarian
Cestex Dosage for Horses
Horses
Do not use!

Storage:

Store this product at room temperature.

Ingredients
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Cestex Ingredients:

Cestex 12.5 mg Tablet
Active Ingredient (per tablet) Amount
Epsiprantel 12.5 mg
Cestex 50 mg Tablet
Active Ingredient (per tablet) Amount
Epsiprantel 50 mg

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Mia121
1 year ago
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Breed Swiss Shepherd
I administered the deworming pills to my dog, per our Vet's instructions, and it worked like a charm. No worms here!
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Brittany
10 years ago
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Breed Domestic Short Hair
Treats Tapeworm Effectively!
I got these prescribed by my cat's vet after discovering a bad tapeworm infection during her comprehensive exam. I was given two doses-- one to give to her the next day with food, and one to give two weeks from that day with food. All I had to do was put it in some canned tuna and she ate it all with no problem. After the first dose, I didn't see any tapeworm segments around her backside or in her stool, and there were no more "sesame seeds," or tapeworm eggs, on the blanket she sleeps on. I don't think the second dose was even necessary, but my vet requested I give it to her as a preventive measure. She is also using Revolution for flea and heartworm prevention and has been doing very well. Glad I could treat this problem!
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brandi
10 years ago
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Breed 2 cats - Siamese and Main Coon
2 cats several doses
I have tried no other worm pill but Cestex for tapeworms for 2 cats and have tried it several times. It initially works but then the worms come back. I know that these kind of worms (flea larvae) are caused by cats picking fleas off and digesting them. I do give my cats their monthly flea medicine. One takes Advantage Multi Pro and the other we changed to Revolution due to her stomach issues with Advantage. However, both of them have worms again. It's an endless fight.
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babyjake
12 years ago
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KELLY
12 years ago
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Breed mix
WORKS!
The last time I got this pill from the vet and it was very expensive. I was pleased to find it here on pet meds! The tape worm is gone and Hazel is great! Thank you 1800 pet meds!
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KAP
13 years ago
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Breed part Singapura
Cestex better than Drontil
I love Cestex because it is so tiny. I can easily hide it in a Pill Pocket or a chunk of fresh chicken and my cat will eat it as if it is a treat and not even know it is in there. I've had good luck with it working the first time on my cats. One pill is all I need. And from what I've read it is a relatively safe drug. Drontil is about the size of an adult round aspirin and the thought of some vet cramming that down my pet's throat just makes me ill. I do not understand why people do this to their animals when they could easily give them something tiny and hide it in their food. As long as the animal will take it this way, it is a much, much better option than Drontil for me.
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tmcleod
13 years ago
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Breed NA
Did not work at all
I gave this to both my cats and it did not work at all they still have worms after two doses...Very disappointed.
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Bella's Mom
15 years ago
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Breed Shepard/Boxer mix 12.5 lbs
Cestex Meds
I took my 9 week old puppy to the animal clinic yesterday for puppy shots and possible tapeworm. We brought our sample of stool and they told me thats what she had, in my opinion it worked well I have not seen any traces of the tape worms and her stool has been a little loose and as far as her taste for it the vet assistant put it into her mouth and held it closed for a few seconds and rubbed her throat and she swallowed it. But they sent me home with a second pill to give her in two to three weeks and the mg was 50..
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