It was sometime in the mid-80s that Ivermectin was introduced into the public as a broad-spectrum parasite treatment medication. The product was primarily intended to treat intestinal worm infestation, although it is also an effective remedy against most forms of mite and lice infestation. It is important to note that Ivermectin is not an effective remedy against tapeworm infestation, nor would it do anything to help problems with fleas, ticks, or flukes.
In addition, although Ivermectin can be an effective remedy against infestation by larval heartworms, it is not nearly as effective against adult heartworms. That being said, this medication has been shown to reduce the lifespan of these parasites.
Application of Ivermectin
Ivermectin is most often used in the care and treatment of small animals, in which case it is administered monthly as a deterrent against Heartworm infestation. It is also known to get rid of Heartworm larvae during infection, and can effectively treat cases of ear mite infestation.
In cases wherein Ivermectin is used to prevent and treat Heartworm infestation, the typical dose is about 50 times lower than you would normally use for other types of parasitic infections. For this reason, the FDA has approved the use of various Ivermectin products for purposes of Heartworm prevention and treatment, although it is not recommended for other types of parasitic infection.
Possible side effects
When used for its intended purposes, there are generally no side effects associated with Ivermectin use. This is particularly true when the medication is used in the recommended low dosage, as when it is used to treat Heartworm infestation. That being said, certain side effects may result in higher doses of Ivermectin is administered as in the case when it is used as a remedy for skin might infestation. Even so, side effects are usually only noted in animals that have a genetic sensitivity to Ivermectin such as collies, Australian shepherds, and certain breeds of sheep dogs.
What users think about Ivermectin
User reviews about certain Ivermectin-based products seem to be generally positive, with most users reporting satisfactory results. The Zimecterin Gold Ivermectin Praziquantel Dewormer for example has been proven quite effective as a means of treating a wide range of equine parasitic infections. This product is particularly effective when used to treat mature horses, wherein the FDA has recommended its use as a dewormer for more than 61 different types of equine parasites. When combined with the use of Praziquantel Zimectrin Gold, Ivermectin has been proven to be a particularly effective remedy against parasites that thrive in horses’ intestines.
Another Ivermectin-based product that has proven particularly effective is the one marketed under the Farnam brand-name, and it offers the further benefits of being relatively inexpensive. In spite of its low-cost however, Farnam Ivermectin products seem to be just as effective as the higher price brands, and offers a safe, reliable, and low-cost dewormer that is suitable for treating a wide range of equine parasitic infections. In addition, most users of Farnam Ivermectin products also observe virtually no side effects in their animals, and are drawn to the easy availability of these medications, which are available in most animal supply stores all over the country.
Myl dog is heartworm positive and I have chosen a more conservative form of treatment. With doxcycline and then ivermectin rather than put him through the painful shots. Anyone out there had success with this?