Small Intestinal Worms

Parasite Overview

There are a variety of worms that live inside the small intestine of cattle, and contribute to sickness and weight loss.

Merck Animal Health Solutions

For Small Intestinal Worms

Safe-Guard (fenbendazole) En-Pro-Al Molasses Deworming Supplement Block (Medicated) is designed for deworming pastured cattle by feeding these medicated blocks for three days only as the sole source of salt.

Safe-Guard (fenbendazole) oral drench removes and controls Lungworms, Stomach worms (adults & fourth stage larvae), brown stomach worms, barberpole worms, intestinal worms (adults and fourth stage larvae), hookworms, thread-necked intestinal worms, bankrupt worms, and nodular worms. Treatment shows a clear advantage in dry matter intake, feedlot gain, improved health and pounds of beef produced.

Clinical Signs

  • Profuse diarrhea
  • Anorexia
  • Emaciation
  • Weight loss
  • Poor productivity