Levanor 10% is a brand name for a veterinary dewormer containing Levamisole hydrochloride as its active ingredient. Levamisole belongs to a class of drugs known as anthelmintics, specifically categorized as broad-spectrum anthelmintics.

Mechanism of Action of Levamisole

Levanor 10% disrupts the parasite’s neuromuscular system. Here’s a breakdown of its action:

1. Muscle Paralysis: Levamisole binds to specific receptors in the parasite’s muscles, causing initial muscle stimulation.
2. Muscle Relaxation: This initial stimulation is followed by sustained paralysis of the parasite’s muscles.
3. Expulsion from Host: Paralyzed worms are unable to maintain their grip on the host’s intestinal lining and are subsequently expelled through the feces.

Applications of Levanor 10%

Levanor 10% is effective against a broad spectrum of gastrointestinal nematodes (roundworms) and lungworms in various animals, including:

• Cattle: Levanor 10% effectively treats and controls roundworm infections, including Haemonchus, Ostertagia, Trichostrongylus, and Cooperia species.
• Sheep and Goats: Similar to cattle, Levanor 10% combats various roundworm infections in sheep and goats.
• Horses: it can be used to treat roundworm infections like Parascaris equorum and Strongylus vulgaris in horses.