Skyec Skyworm Dog Deworming Tablet (pack of 10 tablets)

Skyec Skyworm Tablet for Dogs - Broad-Spectrum Deworming in a Single Dose

Worms are one of those health threats that most pet parents don't think about until there's a problem - and by then, the infestation has often been quietly taking a toll on your dog for weeks or months. Intestinal parasites steal nutrients, disrupt digestion, cause discomfort, and in younger or smaller dogs, can seriously impact growth and immunity. The frustrating part is that many dogs with worms show no obvious symptoms at all - which is precisely why regular, scheduled deworming is one of the most important things you can do as a pet parent.

The Skyec Skyworm Tablet is a broad-spectrum dog dewormer that treats four of the most common types of intestinal worms - roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms, and whipworms - in a single oral dose. Manufactured by SkyEC Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., a Chennai-based veterinary pharmaceutical company, the Skyworm tablet is palatable, easy to administer, and trusted by vets across India for routine deworming and treatment of active infestations.

Each tablet contains: Praziquantel (50 mg), Pyrantel Embonate (144 mg) and Febantel (150 mg). The dosing is simple: 1 tablet per 10 kg body weight, given as a single dose.

What Are the Uses and Benefits of the Skyworm Tablet for Dogs?

The Skyworm deworming tablet covers all four major intestinal worm types that dogs in India are commonly exposed to:

• Roundworms (Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina) are the most widespread intestinal parasites in Indian dogs - puppies especially, since they can be passed from mother to pup in the womb or through milk. They cause bloating, vomiting, a pot-bellied appearance, and dull coats. Skyworm eliminates roundworms effectively in a single dose.
• Hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum and Ancylostoma braziliense) are blood-feeding parasites that attach to the intestinal lining. In puppies and smaller dogs, a heavy hookworm load can cause anaemia, weakness, and pale gums. Skyworm treats both larval and adult hookworms.
• Whipworms (Trichuris vulpis) are picked up through contaminated soil and cause chronic, watery or sometimes bloody diarrhoea, weight loss, and dehydration. They're one of the harder-to-eliminate worm types and are often missed by narrower-spectrum dewormers - the Febantel in Skyworm is specifically effective against them.
• Tapeworms (Dipylidium caninum, Taenia spp.) are flatworms typically picked up by swallowing infected fleas while grooming or from eating infected prey. If you've noticed white, rice-grain-like segments near your dog's rear end or in their stool, that's a tapeworm. Praziquantel in Skyworm handles all tapeworm life stages effectively.
• For a helpful overview of warning signs that your dog may have worms, this blog on dog worms - warning symptoms and prevention is worth a read. And if you've ever wondered whether your dog's poop is telling you something about their gut health, this guide on what your dog's poop says about their health breaks it down clearly.

What Are the Possible Side Effects?

The Skyworm tablet is generally well-tolerated by dogs and most will have no side effects at all. When reactions do occur, they are typically mild and short-lived:

• Some dogs may experience mild digestive upset - including vomiting, loose stools, or a brief dip in appetite - in the 24 hours following dosing. This usually resolves on its own without any intervention. Giving the tablet with a small amount of food typically reduces the chance of any stomach upset.
• Mild lethargy for a day after taking the tablet is occasionally reported and generally passes on its own without any treatment.
• In cases of significant overdose - well above the recommended amount - more serious neurological signs such as tremors or unsteadiness can occur, though at the correct dose based on your dog's weight, this is not a concern.
• If your dog shows any unusual, persistent, or severe symptoms after taking Skyworm, contact your vet promptly rather than waiting.

How Should You Give the Skyworm Tablet to Your Dog?

• First and most importantly: weigh your dog before every dose. The Skyworm dewormer tablet is dosed at 1 tablet per 10 kg of body weight, so accurate weight is essential to make sure your dog gets the right amount - neither too little (which reduces effectiveness) nor too much.

• For dogs above 35 kg, the Skyec Skyworm XL variant is the appropriate choice - it is formulated with a higher concentration of the same active ingredients for large and giant breeds.
• The tablet can be given directly by hand or mixed into a small portion of food. Most dogs accept it readily because of its palatability. Watch your dog after dosing to confirm the full tablet - or all tablets, if multiple are required - have been swallowed. If a tablet gets spat out, re-dose immediately.
• For puppies, deworming should begin from 2 weeks of age on a schedule recommended by your vet, typically at 2, 4, 6, 8 and 12 weeks, then monthly until 6 months. For adult dogs, the standard recommended schedule is once every 3 months. For a complete guide to timing and frequency, the blog on puppy deworming schedule covers everything you need to know.

How Does the Skyworm Tablet Work?

• The Skyworm dewormer tablet works through three active ingredients that each target different types of worms - which is what makes it a genuinely broad-spectrum dewormer rather than a narrower single-ingredient product.
• Praziquantel handles tapeworms. It disrupts how tapeworms regulate calcium inside their muscle cells, causing rapid, uncontrolled muscle contractions. This either kills the tapeworm directly or causes it to detach from the intestinal wall, after which it is expelled naturally. Praziquantel is effective against all life stages of tapeworms, which is why a single dose can clear an established infestation.
• Pyrantel Embonate targets roundworms and hookworms. It works by blocking the neuromuscular junction of the worms - essentially causing a sustained muscular contraction that paralyses the worm. Paralysed worms can no longer anchor themselves to the intestinal wall and are expelled through the digestive system.
• Febantel works against roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms through a different mechanism - it disrupts the worm's energy metabolism, specifically interfering with the way they absorb glucose. Without energy, the worms cannot survive and are expelled. Febantel is particularly valued for its effectiveness against whipworms, which some other dewormers don't adequately cover.
• Together, these three ingredients cover the full spectrum of common intestinal parasites in a single dose, without any overlap in how they work.

What Safety Advice Should You Know Before Using the Skyworm Tablet?

• The Skyworm tablet is formulated for dogs only. Do not use on cats - the dosing and formulation are different and the cat variant of Skyworm exists for that purpose.
• Do not use on puppies under 2 weeks of age or on dogs who are severely ill, debilitated, or underweight without your vet's explicit guidance.
• Dogs with known hypersensitivity to any of the three active ingredients - praziquantel, pyrantel embonate, or febantel - should not be given Skyworm without veterinary clearance.
• If your dog is on any other medications, particularly those affecting the nervous system or liver, inform your vet before deworming. Drug interactions, while uncommon, can occur.
• Do not combine with other antiparasitic medications without veterinary guidance.
• For dogs above 35 kg, do not increase the number of regular Skyworm tablets beyond the weight-appropriate dose - use the Skyec Skyworm XL Dog Deworming Tablet which is specifically formulated and dosed for large and giant breeds.
• Always wash your hands after handling deworming tablets. Store at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct sunlight, and out of reach of children and other animals.
• Note that some worm species - particularly Echinococcus tapeworms - can be transmitted from dogs to humans. Maintain good hygiene practices, particularly around your dog's waste, and follow your vet's guidance if this specific worm type is identified.

What Should You Do If You Miss a Dose?

• For routine quarterly deworming, if you miss a scheduled dose, simply give it as soon as you remember and reset your calendar from that new date. Do not double the dose to compensate - one dose per scheduled treatment cycle is all that's needed.
• For puppies on a structured early schedule, missed doses matter more since the early weeks are when worm loads are typically highest and most consequential. If you miss a dose in a puppy's early schedule, give it as soon as possible and recalculate from there.
• The simplest system is to set a recurring phone reminder the moment you finish each deworming session. Consistent, scheduled deworming is far more valuable than reactive treatment after symptoms appear - because by the time visible symptoms show up, the infestation is often already significant.

What Are All the Substitutes for the Skyworm Tablet for Dogs?

If the Skyworm tablet is unavailable, or your vet recommends switching to a different formulation, here are other broad-spectrum dog dewormers available on Supertails. Always confirm with your vet before switching - different products have different active ingredients, coverage profiles, and dosing requirements.

What Are Some Quick Tips for Deworming Your Dog With Skyworm?

• Always weigh your dog before each dose - especially growing puppies who can cross a weight bracket quickly. The right dose matters, and even a few kilos can mean the difference between one tablet and two.
• Give the tablet with a small amount of food if your dog has a sensitive stomach. This reduces the chance of any mild nausea or digestive upset without affecting how well the tablet works.
• Don't be alarmed if you see worms in your dog's stool after dosing - this is exactly what the treatment is supposed to do. The worms are being expelled, and it means the Skyworm is working. The first time you see this can be alarming, but it's a good sign.
• Treat all dogs in the household on the same day - even the ones who seem completely healthy. Intestinal parasites spread easily between dogs through shared spaces, toys, bedding, and outdoor areas. Treating only the visibly unwell dog leaves the rest as a reservoir for reinfestation.
• Fleas are one of the primary routes through which dogs pick up tapeworms - a dog that swallows an infected flea while grooming can end up with a tapeworm infestation within weeks. If you're finding tapeworm segments repeatedly despite regular deworming, your flea control may need attention. Browse the dog fleas and ticks collection for vet-approved spot-ons and sprays to use alongside your deworming routine.
• Mark your calendar or set a phone reminder immediately after each dose for the next treatment date - 3 months from now for adult dogs. Consistency is the entire point of a preventive deworming routine.

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• The full dog deworming tablets collection brings together all available dewormers for dogs - by brand, formulation, and breed size - so you can compare and choose the right one for your dog.
• Since fleas and tapeworms are directly linked, the dog fleas and ticks collection has vet-approved spot-ons, sprays, and shampoos to complete your dog's external parasite protection alongside internal deworming.
• The dog health and wellness collection has supplements and health aids to support your dog's gut health, immunity, and overall recovery - particularly useful for dogs who've cleared a heavy worm infestation and need nutritional support.
• Browse the complete pet pharmacy collection for a wide range of vet-approved medicines and treatments for dogs and cats, all available with fast delivery across India.
• And if you'd like a vet to help you build the right deworming schedule and parasite prevention plan for your specific dog - breed, age, weight, and lifestyle considered - Supertails' online vet consultation service is available whenever you need it.

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Keep Your Dog Worm-Free - Starting Today

Intestinal worms are one of the most common and most preventable health threats Indian dogs face. And with the Skyec Skyworm tablet, staying on top of it is about as straightforward as it gets - one palatable tablet, dosed by weight, once every three months. No complicated routine, no guesswork, no missed worm types.

Whether you're treating an active infestation or just keeping to a consistent preventive schedule, the Skyworm dewormer tablet has you covered. Shop the Skyec Skyworm Tablet for Dogs on Supertails and get it delivered right to your door.

FAQs

What is the use of the Skyworm tablet?

The Skyec Skyworm tablet is a broad-spectrum dog dewormer used to treat and eliminate intestinal parasites - specifically roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and tapeworms. It combines three active ingredients (Praziquantel, Pyrantel Embonate, and Febantel) that target different worm types simultaneously, providing complete internal parasite coverage in a single oral dose. It is used both to treat active infestations and as a routine preventive dewormer given every 3 months.

How many Skyworm deworming tablets do I give my dog?

The dose is 1 tablet per 10 kg of body weight, given as a single dose. A 10 kg dog gets 1 tablet; a 20 kg dog gets 2; a 30 kg dog gets 3. Always weigh your dog before dosing - never estimate, especially with growing puppies. For dogs above 35 kg, the Skyworm XL variant is the appropriate product with its own dosing instructions.

Can I deworm my dog for 3 consecutive days instead of a single dose?

No - the Skyworm tablet is formulated as a single-dose treatment. One correctly weight-based dose is all that's needed to treat an active infestation. Giving multiple doses over consecutive days will not improve results and increases the risk of side effects. If you feel the treatment hasn't worked after a single dose, consult your vet rather than self-administering additional doses.

What is the best time to give a deworming tablet to dogs?

There's no clinically mandated "best time of day" for deworming tablets - morning or evening both work fine. However, giving it with a small amount of food reduces the chance of stomach upset and helps ensure your dog takes the full tablet willingly. What matters more than the time of day is giving it at the same point in your routine each time so it becomes a habit, and avoiding dosing right before or after intense physical activity.

Does my indoor dog really need to be dewormed if she never goes outside?

Yes - even fully indoor dogs are not immune to worms. Puppies can be born with roundworms inherited from their mother. Hookworm and roundworm eggs can be tracked indoors on shoes, socks, or clothing. Dogs can ingest infected fleas during grooming even indoors, leading to tapeworms. Vets across India recommend deworming all dogs - indoor or outdoor - once every 3 months as a preventive measure, not just when symptoms appear.

Can I give the Skyworm tablet to my pregnant or nursing dog?

Always consult your vet before deworming a pregnant or nursing dog. While deworming is generally recommended for nursing females alongside their puppies to reduce transmission, the timing within pregnancy matters significantly. Your vet will assess the appropriate stage of pregnancy for deworming and whether Skyworm is the right choice for your dog's specific situation. Never self-administer deworming medication to a pregnant dog without veterinary guidance.