520.763b—Dithiazanine iodide powder.
(a) Chemical name.
3-Ethyl-2-[5-(3-ethyl-2-benzothiazolinylidene)-1,3-pentadienyl]-benzothiazoliumiodide.
(b) Specifications.
Dithiazanine iodide powder contains 200 milligrams of dithiazanine iodide per level standard tablespoon.
(d) Conditions of use.
(1)
Dithiazanine iodide powder is administered to dogs by mixing the proper dosage in the dog's food, using the following dosage schedule for various parasite infestations:
| Milligrams per pound of body weight | Length of treatment—days | |
|---|---|---|
| Large roundworms (Toxocara canis, Toxascaris leonina) | 10 | 3-5 |
| Hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum, Uncinaria stenocephala) | 10 | 7 |
| Whipworms (Trichuris vulpis) | 10 | 7 |
| Strongyloides (Strongyloides canis, Strongyloides stercoralis) | 10 | 10-12 |
| Heartworm microfilariae (Dirofilaria immitus) | 3-5 | 7-10 |
| Note: Treatment with dithiazanine iodide for heartworm microfilariae should follow 6 weeks after therapy for adult worms. | ||
(2)
The drug is contraindicated in animals sensitive to dithiazanine iodide and should be used cautiously, if at all, in dogs with reduced renal function.
(e)
Use for treating dogs for large roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and strongyloides as provided for in this section has been NAS/NRC reviewed and deemed effective. Applications for these uses need not include effectiveness data as specified by § 514.111 of this chapter, but may require bioequivalency and safety information.