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My puppy accidentally took too much pyrantel. Is he safe?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 4 days old | 4.2 lbs

I accidentally have both doses of pyrantel to my puppy. Is he in danger. He is 4.2 lbs, each dose is .5cc. first dose 11:30am, 2nd dose 7pm

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on January 24th, 2020

Pyrantel has a wide margin of safety. At worst, you may see some minor stomach upset. Offer a bland diet in small, frequent amounts until symptoms resolve, if necessary, then transition slowly to the regular diet. https://www.petcoach.co/pet-medication/pyrantel-pamoate

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