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Equimax is a simple and effective worming treatment that treats most major equine worms, such as Tapeworm and bots. In just one single dose, Equimax treats and controls both adult and immature gastro-intestinal Roundworms, Lungworms, Tapeworms and Bots. Using the powerful ingredient Ivermectin, Equimax also contains Praziquantel for one of the most powerful and effective Tapeworm treatment on the market.
The presence of worms can be checked in your horse using a Worm Testing Kit.
See how to worm your horse below:
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Below are some recent questions we've received regarding Equimax Horse Wormer, including answers from our team.
Nikki Brown
Is this wormer okay for infoal (very early stages and late stages) mares and also for mares which are feeding a foal.
Thankyou
The datasheet for this medication states the following:
The product can be used safely in mares during the whole pregnancy period and lactation period.
Catharine
Can this be used for donkeys
This wormer is not licensed for use in donkeys and so we cannot advise it for this use. If you wish to tapeworm your donkey then we recommend using a pyrantel containing product that is licensed for use in donkeys at the tapeworm dose regime (double the normal dose rate). Examples include Strongid-P and Embotape.
Molly Smockum Owen
Does this treat red worm?
Yes this treats redworm (Cyathostomins). It does not treat the encysted stage of redworm though which is important to cover during the winter months. It is advised to use a wormer containing Moxidectin (Equest) or a 5 day course of Fenbendazole (Panacur) to do this.
Lenore
Is this a suitable wormer for foals?
Yes Equimax can be used in foals. It is worth noting as tapeworm infestations are unlikely to occur in horses before two months of age, treatment of foals below this age are not considered necessary. Therefore it should only be used when your foal is old enough to need tapeworm coverage.
Before then we suggest using a wormer such as Panacur (fenbendazole) or Strongid-P (pyrantel).
Mrs Franklin
I have wormed my pony today. How long should I wait before turning him out
in a field with other horses in a new home. For the benefit of the other horses.
The datasheet for this medication does advise that the ingredients can contaminate local watersources during treatment however it does not specify the time period you should not turn your horse out for.
Equest (another horse wormer) however does have guidance on this and I suggest following this as a good protocol:
In order to limit the impact of moxidectin on dung fauna, and due to insufficient data regarding environmental risk of praziquantel, horses should not be turned out onto pasture within 3 days of treatment.
Treated animals should not have access to watercourses during the first week after treatment.
Regarding the benefit of the other horses. It would be sensible to wait a similar period as above for the environment to ensure that any worms are killed and excreted, and so do not contaminate the new pasture. Many stables will advise worming a horse 5 days before moving to their new home/pasture.
Kya-Louise Heaton-Downs
Can equinox be used for tapeworm and red worm
Jacky
how long does this wormer last for
Equimax will work within a few hours of dosing and be out of the system within a few days, it will not have any significant persistent effect. Wormers do not tend to have a lasting effect which is why repeat egg counts and testing is recommended. I advise reading our blog on this topic, link provided here.
Stephanie Clifton
Do I need to double dose to treat for tapeworm?
Equimax contains praziquantel to treat tapeworms, this does not need to be given at a double dose to be effective. Only ingredients containing Pyrantel (e.g. Strongid-P) must be given at double dose for tapeworm coverage. This wormer should only be used at the standard dosing as per the datasheet.
Victoria
I have accidentally overdosed my mare. I locked the syringe to 450kg as per her weight etc but it was faulty which resulted in giving her the whole 700 kg tube. I am unsure if she’s in foal, however she would be around 9 months if she is.
Do I need to do anything? I have read this is safe for foals and broodmares. Just a bit worried.
Thanks
The datasheet for this medication states the following regarding overdoses:
A tolerance study performed in foals from 2 weeks of age with doses up to 5 times the recommended dosage showed no adverse reactions.
Safety studies conducted with Equimax administered to mares at 3 times the recommended dosage at 14 day intervals during the whole gestation and lactation did not show any abortions, any adverse effects on the gestation, parturition and on the mares general health, nor any abnormalities on the foals.
Safety studies conducted with Equimax administered to stallions at 3 times the recommended dosage did not show any adverse effects in particular on the reproductive performances.
The overdose you gave is under 2 times the standard dose. Based on the information above it is very unlikely to cause any issues. If you notice any abnormal signs though it is advised to contact your vet.
VIC
Hi, my horses were wormed in December 2021 with Equest pramox - they are due to be wormed again within the next few weeks (livery yard rules)
would this be a good wormer to use ?? without having to do an egg count and saliva test
thank you
I recommend reading our blog for a good worming guide, link provided here.