Equimec Paste

Equimec Paste is a low-volume, broad-spectrum ivermectin horse wormer for the treatment and control of susceptible roundworms, bots and certain parasitic skin conditions. Each 6.42g syringe contains sufficient paste to treat a horse weighing up to 600kg.

Equimec contains ivermectin and does not control tapeworm. Use a product registered for tapeworm control when required as part of your horse’s parasite management program.

Key benefits:

• Controls susceptible large and small strongyles, pinworms, ascarids, hairworms, stomach worms, lungworms and intestinal threadworms

• Controls oral and gastric stages of bots

• Controls arterial larval stages of Strongylus vulgaris

• Effective against susceptible benzimidazole-resistant small strongyles

• Controls summer sores caused by Habronema and Draschia species

• Controls cutaneous onchocerciasis caused by Onchocerca microfilariae

• Low-volume oral paste for straightforward administration

• Suitable for horses of all ages, including pregnant mares and breeding stallions, when used according to the registered label

• Available as a single syringe or in packs of 10 or 20

Active constituent:

Ivermectin 18.7mg/g

Dosage and administration:

Administer orally according to bodyweight. One 6.42g syringe treats a horse weighing up to 600kg.

Set the syringe plunger to the horse’s accurately determined bodyweight. Ensure the horse’s mouth is free from food before placing the paste over the back of the tongue. Raise the horse’s head briefly after administration to encourage swallowing.

Do not underdose. Always read and follow the registered product label. Consult your veterinarian for advice on faecal egg testing, resistance management and a parasite control program suited to your horses.

Frequently asked questions

Does Equimec control tapeworm?
No. Equimec Paste contains ivermectin only and is not registered to control tapeworm. Use an appropriate tapeworm treatment when required.

What parasites does Equimec control?
Equimec controls susceptible roundworms, bots and certain parasitic skin conditions, including summer sores and cutaneous onchocerciasis. Refer to the registered label for the complete list of parasites and life stages controlled.

How much bodyweight does one syringe treat?
One 6.42g syringe contains sufficient paste to treat a horse weighing up to 600kg.

What is the active ingredient?
Equimec Paste contains 18.7mg/g ivermectin.

Can Equimec be used in pregnant mares?
Equimec has a wide safety margin and may be used in mares at any stage of pregnancy when administered according to the registered label.