Anthelmintic - UNICURE-DS
Unicure is a veterinary oral suspension containing niclosamide and albendazole for the treatment and control of tapeworms, roundworms, lungworms and immature amphistomes in sheep, goats, cattle and buffaloes.
Each 5ml contains: Niclosamide I.P. 500 mg, Albendazole I.P. 150 mg
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is UNICURE-DS a useful combination for rumen flukes, roundworms, tapeworms, and lungworms?
UNICURE-DS combines niclosamide and albendazole to provide broad-spectrum activity against paramphistomes, roundworms, tapeworms, lungworms, and some inhibited stages.
How do niclosamide and albendazole provide complementary parasite coverage?
Niclosamide targets tapeworms and some flukes; albendazole targets roundworms, flukes, and some larval stages, giving wide parasite coverage.
Which paramphistomes, inhibited larvae, eggs, nasal bots, tapeworms, and lungworms may be targeted?
UNICURE-DS is indicated for paramphistomes/rumen parasites, roundworms, inhibited larvae/eggs, nasal bots, tapeworms, and lungworms.
Which sheep and cattle can receive UNICURE-DS?
UNICURE-DS is intended for sheep and cattle.
What is the recommended dosage for sheep?
Sheep: 10 ml per 15 kg body weight orally.
What is the listed dosage range for cattle?
Cattle: 1 ml per 2–3 kg body weight orally.
How should UNICURE-DS be administered orally?
Calculate the dose based on body weight and administer orally using a dosing gun or similar device.
When should treatment be considered based on faecal examination, clinical signs, or farm parasite history?
Treatment should be considered when faecal exams, clinical signs, or farm history indicate significant parasite burden, in consultation with a veterinarian.
What withdrawal, pregnancy, toxicity, and resistance-management precautions apply?
Observe withdrawal periods, use caution in pregnant or compromised animals, avoid overdosing, and integrate with non-chemical control measures.
How should ICURE-TZ be stored and handled?
Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and freezing. Keep out of reach of children.