Can my puppy take tapeworm medicine while on Albon for coccidia?

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My puppy is just over 10 weeks old. She is currently on Albon for coccidia. I have noticed moving tapeworm segments in her stool. What I'm wondering is, can she take the praziquantel (by Bayer Expert Care) while taking the Albon for the coccidia? I want to buy and start her on the praziquantel tomorrow if possible. I left messages for her vet and have not heard back from them. She is a Chihuahua mix and at her vet visit last week, she weighed 2.75 lbs. I would really appreciate some advice. Thx. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 11 days old

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Yes, they can be taken together, but because Bayer Expert Care is available without a prescription, the strength of the praziquantal will not be a strong as found in Drontal (which can only be given by prescription from the vet), and you may not get as good results. I would recommend taking Josie into the vet for an exam to get Drontal, it is an extremely effective and safe deworming treatment.

Can my puppy take tapeworm medicine while on Albon for coccidia?

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