Albex 2.5% w/v SC Oral Suspension

Selenium and cobalt are included as nutritional supplements and are not
intended to be used therapeutically. Administration of ionophores to lambs
has been shown to enhance selenium bioavailability. Concurrent
administration of ionophores and Albex 2.5% SC may therefore lead to an
increased risk of selenium toxicity.
Cattle suffering from severe lung damage due to heavy lungworm infestation
may continue to cough for some weeks after treatment.
Care should be taken to avoid the following practices because they increase
the risk of development of resistance and could ultimately result in ineffective
therapy:
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over an extended period of time
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misadministration of the product, or lack of calibration of the dosing
device (if any).
Suspected clinical cases of resistance to anthelmintics should be further
investigated using appropriate tests (e.g. Faecal Egg Count Reduction Test).
Where the results of the test(s) strongly suggest resistance to a particular
anthelmintic, an anthelmintic belonging to a different pharmacological class
and having a different mode of action should be used.
Resistance to benzimidazoles (which includes albendazole) has been
reported in Teladorsagia Haemonchus, Cooper and Trichostrongylus species
in small ruminants in a number of countries, including the EU. Resistance to
albendazole has been reported in Cooperia and Teladorsagia species in
cattle in developed countries such as New Zealand. Therefore the use of this
product should be based on local (regional, farm) epidemiological information
about susceptibility of nematodes and recommendations on how to limit
further selection for resistance to anthelmintics.

Revised: September 2025
AN: 01687/2025

i. Special precautions for use in animals
Care must be taken not to damage the pharyngeal region when
dosing, particularly in sheep. Do not administer other cobalt and
selenium supplements concurrently with this product unless specifically
advised by your veterinary surgeon.
Not to be diluted or mixed with other products.
Avoid the introduction of contamination during use.
Intensive use or misuse of anthelmintics can give rise to resistance.
To reduce the risk, dosing programmes should be discussed with a
veterinary surgeon.
The product should only be used in areas where deficiencies of
selenium and cobalt are likely to occur. In cases of doubt, consult a
veterinary surgeon.
ii. Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the
veterinary medicinal product to animals
Wash hands after use.
Avoid direct contact with the product.
Wear suitable clothing including impermeable rubber gloves.
In the event of accidental eye exposure, flush eye thoroughly with
running water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
In the event of accidental skin exposure, wash the effected area with
soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.