Quest Gel® Moxidectin, provides horse owners worldwide with safe, effective control against a broad spectrum of internal parasites, including bots. Numerous research trials have demonstrated the safety and effectiveness of moxidectin in breeding mares, stallions, and foals four months of age or older.
Quest delays reappearance of strongyle eggs for 84 days, permits parasite and bot control with only four treatments per year, is the only dewormer that kills small strongyles in the encysted state with a single dose, and is formulated as an easy-to-use, clear gel that offers less mess and less stress on horses and their owners.
This product should be given to foals, ponies, and miniature horses with caution because overdose can lead to serious reactions. This product should be used in horses only. Consult the full product labeling for complete directions and important safety information.
Strategic Protection Programs
Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment and control of parasitism. For best control of parasites, all horses and ponies should be included in a strategic treatment program, with particular attention given to high performance animals, brood mares, stallions and foals. In foals, initial treatment is recommended at 6 months of age, after which they should be included in a recurrent treatment program. Because Quest provides effective control of the mucosal stages of small strongyles (encysted cyathostomes), it is useful in reducing the frequency of treatment required for successful strategic equine parasite control. A veterinarian can assist in preparing the best program for your needs.
Quest 2% Equine Oral Gel when used at the recommended dose rate suppresses strongyle egg production through 84 days following a single oral administration. This residual strongyle control reduces pasture contamination and provides a period of protection from reinfection for horses and ponies maintained on the same pasture.
Administration and Dosage:
Quest 2% Equine Oral Gel is specially formulated as a palatable gel which is easily administered to horses and ponies. Quest Gel is packaged in ready-to-use Sure-Dial syringes. The syringe is calibrated in 50-pound increments, up to 1150 pounds. This enables the administration of the recommended dose level of 0.4 mg moxidectin/kg body weight by choosing a setting consistent with the animal's weight.
How to Set the Dose:
Since the dose is based on the weight of the animal, you need to use a scale or weight tape to find each animal's weight before treating with Quest Gel. Once the weight is known, set the dose for each horse or pony as follows:
Hold the syringe with the capped end pointing to the left and so that you can see the weight measurements and tick marks (small black lines). Each tick mark relates to 50 lbs. of body weight
Turn the green dial ring until the left side of the ring lines up with the weight of the animal.
How to Give Quest Gel to a Horse or Pony:
Make sure there is no feed in the animal's mouth
Remove the cap from the end of the syringe. Save the cap for reuse
Place the tip of the syringe inside the animal's mouth at the space between the teeth
Gently push the plunger until it stops, depositing the gel on the back of the tongue
Remove the syringe from the animal's mouth and raise the animal's head slightly to make sure it swallows the gel
Replace the syringe cap
Animal Safety
Quest 2% Equine Oral Gel can be safely administered at the recommended dose of 0.4 mg moxidectin/kg body weight to horses and ponies of all breeds at least 6 months of age or older. Transient depression, ataxia and recumbency may be seen when very young or debilitated animals are treated. In these instances, supportive care may be advisable. Reproductive safety studies demonstrate a wide margin of safety when the product is used in the treatment of estrual and pregnant mares and breeding stallions. To report adverse drug reactions or to obtain a copy of the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) call (800) 477-1365.
Environmental Safety:
Care should be taken to avoid the release of significant volumes of moxidectin into either ground or free-running water since moxidectin may be injurious to aquatic life. Sure-Dial syringes and their contents should be disposed of in an approved landfill or by incineration.
Precautions:
Quest 2% Equine Oral Gel has been formulated specifically for use in horses and ponies only. This product should not be used in other animal species as severe adverse reactions, including fatalities in dogs, may result.
Warnings:
Extreme caution should be used when administering the product to foals, young and miniature horses, as over dosage may result in serious adverse reactions. Do not use in sick debilitated or underweight animals. Not for horses or ponies intended for human consumption.
Human Warnings:
Not for use in humans. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children. Do not ingest. If swallowed, induce vomiting. Wash hands and contaminated skin with soap and water. if accidental contact with eyes occurs, flush repeatedly with water. If irritation or any other symptom attributable to exposure to this product persists, consult your physician.
Storage:
Store at or below 77 degree F. Avoid freezing. If frozen, thaw completely before use. Store partially-used syringe with the cap tightly secured.
Expiration Date printed on syringe.
Size:
0.4 oz (11.3 g) moxidectin gel