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AVM-GSL Over the Counter Companion Animal

RSPCA WORMaway 230 mg/20 mg Film-coated Tablets for Cats

Active ingredients: Praziquantel, Pyrantel Embonate

Form

Tablet

Species

Cats

Manufacturer

KRKA, d.d., Novo mesto

VMD MA No.

01656/3007

What it's used for

For the treatment of mixed infestations with roundworms, hookworms and tapeworms in cats, caused by: -Toxocara cati (syn. mystax) -Ancylostoma tubaeforme,...

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Clinical information

RSPCA WORMaway 230 mg/20 mg Film-coated Tablets for Cats — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 26 Mar 2026.

For the treatment of mixed infestations with roundworms, hookworms and tapeworms
in cats, caused by:
-Toxocara cati (syn. mystax)
-Ancylostoma tubaeforme, Ancylostoma braziliense
-: Echinococcus multilocularis, Dipylidium caninum, Hydatigera
(Taenia) taeniaeformis, Mesocestoides spp., Joyeuxiella pasqualei.
Dosage:
5 mg praziquantel and 20 mg pyrantel base (57.5 mg pyrantel embonate) per kg of
body weight. This corresponds to 1 tablet per 4 kg of body weight.
Body weightTablets1.0 - 2.0 kg
2.1 - 4.0 kg
4.1 - 6.0 kg
6.1 - 8.0 kg
1/2
1 1/2
Kittens weighing less than 1 kg should not be treated with the product, because
correct dosing of such cats may not be feasible.
Route of administration:
Oral use.
The tablets are to be given directly into the mouth but can be administered in a small
amount of food, if necessary.
Duration of use:
Single treatment
Note:
In ascarid infestation, especially in kittens, complete elimination cannot be expected,
so a risk of infection for humans can persist. Repeat treatments should therefore be
carried out with a suitable roundworm product at 14 day intervals until 2-3 weeks
after weaning. If signs of disease persist or appear, consult a veterinary surgeon.
Do not use simultaneously with piperazine compounds as piperazine may block the
action of pyrantel embonate contained in the product. Other worming products may
contain piperazine.
Do not use simultaneously with other deworming products without veterinary advice.
Do not use in kittens less than 6 weeks of age.
Do not use in cases of known hypersensitivity to the active substances or to any of
the excipients.

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Do not use during pregnancy.
Cats:
Very rare
(<1 animal / 10,000 animals
treated, including isolated reports):
Digestive tract disorders (e.g. hypersalivation
and/or vomiting)*, Neurological disorders
(e.g. ataxia)*
*Mild and transient.
Reporting adverse events is important. It allows continuous safety monitoring of a
veterinary medicinal product. Reports should be sent, preferably via a veterinarian, to
either the marketing authorisation holder or the national competent authority via the
national reporting system. See also the last section of the package leaflet for contact
details.

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Tapeworm infestation occurs in cats at the earliest in the third week of life.
Fleas serve as intermediate hosts for one common type of tapeworm – Dipylidium
caninum.
Tapeworm infestation is certain to reoccur unless control of intermediate hosts such
as fleas, mice, etc. is undertaken.
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:
-
extended period of time.
-
misadministration of the product.

Special precautions for use in animals
Not intended for use in cats weighing less than 1 kg bodyweight.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals
In case of accidental ingestion, seek medical advice and show the package leaflet to
the physician.
In the interest of good hygiene, persons administering the tablets directly to the cat or
by adding them to the cat’s food, should wash their hands afterwards.
Other precautions
Echinococcosis represents a hazard for humans. As Echinococcosis is a notifiable
disease to the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE), specific guidelines on the
treatment and follow-up, and on the safeguard of persons, need to be obtained from
the relevant competent authority.
Do not use simultaneously with piperazine compounds, because the specific
activities of piperazine (neuromuscular paralysis of the parasites) can inhibit the
efficacy of pyrantel (spastic paralysis of the parasites).
Store unused parts of the halved tablets below 25°C. Each time an unused part-
tablet is stored until next use, it should be returned to the open blister pocket and
kept in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children.
Not applicable.

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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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