AVM-GSL Over the Counter Companion Animal

Beaphar Worming Syrup, 9.4% w/v, Oral Solution

Active ingredient: Piperazine Citrate

Form

Liquid

Species

Cats Dogs

Manufacturer

Beaphar UK Ltd

VMD MA No.

13907/5013

What it's used for

For the treatment of roundworms (Ascarids) in puppies and kittens.

Full indications, dosage and side effects ↓

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Clinical information

Beaphar Worming Syrup, 9.4% w/v, Oral Solution — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 18 Mar 2026.

For the treatment of roundworms (Ascarids) in puppies and kittens.

For oral administration.
Administer directly into the corner of the mouth, or mixed with a little food. The rest of
the meal should be offered afterwards to ensure all the syrup is taken.
Shake the bottle and prime dispenser before use by slowly depressing the plunger
repeatedly, up to 5 times.
Animal Weight/kg Number of pumps

Up to 0.9 1 (1.1 ml)
0.91 - 1.8 2 (2.2 ml)

Revised: November 2025
MA split from NI Expiry following AN: 01965/2025
1.81 - 2.7 3 (3.3 ml)
2.71 - 3.6 4 (4.4 ml)
3.61 - 4.5 5 (5.5 ml)
4.51 - 5.4 6 (6.6 ml)
For every additional 0.9 kg bodyweight, an extra single pump volume should be
administered.
Puppies and kittens should be treated for roundworms at 2 weeks of age.
They should be re-treated at 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 weeks of age, and thereafter at 2 to 3
monthly intervals.

Do not exceed stated dose.
Do not repeat treatment if vomiting occurs shortly after dosing.

During post-marketing surveillance, transient gastrointestinal signs (emesis and
diarrhoea) have been observed very rarely.
The frequency of adverse reactions is defined using the following convention:
- very common (more than 1 in 10 animals treated displaying adverse reaction(s))
- common (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 100 animals treated)
- uncommon (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 1,000 animals treated)
- rare (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 10,000 animals treated)
- very rare (less than 1 animal in 10,000 animals treated, including isolated
reports).

Consult a veterinary surgeon before treating pregnant animals, or those with a history
of epilepsy or severe renal disfunction.

Revised: November 2025
MA split from NI Expiry following AN: 01965/2025

i. Special precautions for use in animals
Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
ii. Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the medicinal
product to animals
Following accidental skin or eye contact, wash the affected area with plenty of
water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.
Following accidental ingestion, drink plenty of water and seek medical attention.
Wash hands after use.

None known.

Do not store above 25°C.

4.51 - 5.4 6 (

This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.

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