Eqvalan Duo oral paste for horses

POM-VPS

Eqvalan Duo Oral Paste for Horses – Overview
Eqvalan Duo oral paste for horses is a combination wormer. It targets a wide range of internal parasites, including roundworms, bots and tapeworm. Because it covers both worms and tapeworm, it can simplify parts of a yearly worming plan when used at the right time.

Good parasite control supports condition, performance and long-term gut health. Therefore Eqvalan Duo oral paste for horses should always sit within a planned worming strategy, not be given at random.

Benefits of Eqvalan Duo Oral Paste for Horses

✔ Broad-spectrum control of key equine roundworms and bots
✔ Also treats tapeworm in the same dose
✔ Convenient oral paste in a single syringe
✔ Weight-marked plunger for accurate dosing
✔ Suitable for horses and ponies on vet or SQP plans
✔ Fits into yard-wide parasite control programmes

How Eqvalan Duo Oral Paste for Horses Works
Eqvalan Duo oral paste for horses contains:

Ivermectin – a macrocyclic lactone that targets many important adult and immature roundworms and bots.
Praziquantel – an anthelmintic that targets tapeworm in the horse’s gut.

Ivermectin affects the parasite’s nervous system. It causes paralysis and death of susceptible worms and bots. Praziquantel damages the surface of tapeworms so the horse’s gut can clear them. Together, these actions reduce parasite burdens and help protect gut health.

When to Use Eqvalan Duo Oral Paste for Horses
Your vet or SQP may recommend Eqvalan Duo oral paste for horses:

• As part of tapeworm control
Used at suitable times of year when tapeworm treatment is needed, often based on risk or testing.

• Within a planned roundworm programme
Chosen when your horse needs broad-spectrum treatment that also covers bots.

• In targeted worming strategies
Used when faecal egg counts, tapeworm tests or yard risk assessments show that a combined ivermectin and praziquantel product is appropriate.

The exact timing depends on age, grazing, testing, stocking density and previous worming history. Professional advice helps avoid over-use and supports responsible wormer use.

How to Give Eqvalan Duo Oral Paste
Eqvalan Duo oral paste for horses is given by mouth using the supplied oral syringe.

Typically, you should:

Weigh your horse or use a weigh tape to estimate bodyweight.
Set the plunger to the correct weight mark.
Place the syringe over the back of the tongue.
Depress the plunger fully and raise the head briefly to encourage swallowing.

Always check that the full dose goes into the mouth and is swallowed. Do not split one pre-set dose between two animals. If you are unsure whether your horse received the whole dose, speak to your vet or SQP before giving more.

Worming and Pasture Management
Eqvalan Duo oral paste for horses works best when you combine it with good management. Your vet or SQP may also suggest:

Regular faecal egg count testing for suitable horses
Tapeworm blood or saliva testing where appropriate
Targeted treatments based on results, rather than routine blanket dosing
Frequent poo-picking of paddocks to reduce contamination
Sensible stocking rates and field rotation where possible
Quarantine and testing for new arrivals on the yard

These steps help protect your horse and slow the development of wormer resistance on your grazing.

Safety Information
Eqvalan Duo oral paste for horses is a POM-VPS medicine. Only a vet, pharmacist or suitably qualified person can supply it, and you must follow their advice.

Important safety points:

Use only in horses and ponies; do not give to other species.
Follow all age, weight and health restrictions on the label.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Tell your vet or SQP about any other medicines or supplements your horse receives.
Contact your vet promptly if your horse shows unexpected signs after worming, such as colic, diarrhoea, marked dullness or neurological changes.

People handling Eqvalan Duo oral paste for horses should wash their hands after use and avoid contact with the paste. Keep syringes out of the sight and reach of children and animals. Dispose of used or part-used syringes safely according to the package leaflet, or return them to your vet or pharmacist.

Used at the right time and as part of a structured parasite control plan, Eqvalan Duo oral paste for horses can play an important role in controlling roundworms, bots and tapeworm, and in supporting long-term health and performance.

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Available in single syringes