LEVANOR 10

LEVANOR 10

Levamisole 10% Injection

Composition

Each ml contains:

• Levamisole (as hydrochloride) .......... 100 mg

• Excipients ........................................ q.s. to 1 ml

Pharmaceutical Form

Sterile injectable solution.

Therapeutic Class

Anthelmintic – Immunomodulator.

Indications

LEVANOR 10 is indicated for the treatment and control of gastrointestinal and lung nematode infections, and for immune system stimulation, in animals infected with Levamisole-susceptible parasites, including:

• Roundworms (Nematodes)

• Lungworms

• Mixed parasitic infestations

It is also used as a supportive immunostimulant to enhance resistance to infections.

Target Species

• Cattle

• Sheep

• Goats

• Camels

Mechanism of Action

Levamisole causes paralysis of nematodes by acting on nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, leading to expulsion of parasites.
It also stimulates cell-mediated immunity, improving immune response.

Dosage & Administration

Cattle, Sheep, Goats & Camels:

• 7.5 mg Levamisole/kg body weight

• (Equivalent to 1 ml per 13–15 kg body weight)

Route of Administration:

• Subcutaneous (SC)

• Intramuscular (IM)

Usually administered as a single dose.

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity to levamisole

• Do not use in severely stressed or debilitated animals

• Do not use concurrently with organophosphate insecticides

Side Effects

• Transient salivation

• Muscle tremors

• Mild excitement or restlessness (rare)

These effects are usually temporary.

Withdrawal Period (indicative – subject to local regulations)

• Meat:

  • Cattle: 7–10 days

  • Sheep & Goats: 7 days

• Milk:

  • According to local regulations

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C

• Protect from light

• Do not freeze

Presentation

• 50 ml

• 100 ml

• 250 ml multidose vials