Description
Parvexon® – Features & Description
Active Ingredient & Formulation
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Parvaquone 150 mg/mL: A lipophilic naphthoquinone of the hydroxynaphthoquinone family, formulated as a ready-to-use oil-based injectable solution—potent against both piroplasm and schizont stages of Theileria parva.
Indications
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Primary Use: Treatment of East Coast Fever (ECF) and other Theileriosis in cattle.
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Effective At: Both early-stage infections (clinical signs) and subclinical infections in apparently healthy but Theileria-positive cattle.
Key Benefits
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Dual-stage efficacy: Targets both schizonts and piroplasms of the parasite—essential for a comprehensive cure.
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Suitable for all signs: Treats animals showing symptoms and those poised to develop disease.
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Pack convenience: Available in 50 mL and 100 mL vials—ideal for small or large herds.
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Clear withdrawal guidelines:
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Meat & Offal: 28 days
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Milk: 14 days .
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Packaging Options
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50 mL vial (72 per case)
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100 mL vial (48 per case)
Dosage & Administration
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Administered intramuscularly at 1 mL per 15 kg body weight (~10 mg/kg).
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Repeat dose after 48 hours, if required.
Special Considerations
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For advanced ECF with pulmonary oedema, the combination product Parvexon Plus (Parvaquone + Frusemide) is available—designed specifically to reduce pulmonary fluid build-up.
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Curing rates from clinical trials:
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Parvexon alone: 88–100% cure rates in non-edematous cases
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Parvexon Plus: 93% cure in total, and better in cases with pulmonary oedema
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📋 Features at a Glance
Attribute | Details |
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Active Ingredient | Parvaquone 150 mg/mL |
Formulation | Oil-based injectable |
Dosage | 1 mL per 15 kg IM; repeat at 48 h if needed |
Withdrawal | Meat & offal 28 d; Milk 14 d |
Pack Sizes | 50 mL (72/case); 100 mL (48/case) |
Efficacy | Treats schizonts & piroplasms; works even preclinical |
Parvexon Plus Option | Parvaquone + Frusemide for oedematous cases |
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