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Ivermectin Tablets
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What is Ivermectin?
Active Ingredients: Ivermectin
Ivermectin Tablets are an anti-parasite medication used in the treatment and prevention of heartworm and intestinal worms in horses, poultry, sheep, goats, cats, and dogs. It may be used to kill the microfilaria of heartworm in infected animals. This drug is not effective against tapeworms or liver flukes.
Ivermectin is within the family of medicines called anthelmintics. It is derived from avermectin, which are derived from Streptomyces avermitilis fermented products. Ivermectin works by causing neurological damage to specific parasites, which results in paralysis and death. Currently, the FDA approves use of ivermectin for heartworm prevention and as a topical treatment of ear mites only in dogs.
It is important to note that Ivermectin Tablets are for veterinary purposes only.
Why choose us as your Ivermectin manufacturer?
Ivermectin Tablets are manufactured and globally supplied by AdvaCare Pharma, a GMP-certified manufacturer with a range of more than 250 veterinary medicines. Our business model is focused on creating a strong partnership with our veterinary distributors. From supply chain coordination to product registration support, our professional teams of specialists and experts provide our distributors unparalleled assistance and support throughout the entire process.
Uses
What is Ivermectin used for?
It's used to treat or control certain parasitic infections caused by intestinal parasites (hookworms and roundworms) and capillaria.
What animals can be treated with Ivermectin Tablets?
It's recommended for horses, poultry, sheep, goats, and companion animals such as dogs and cats.
How are Ivermectin Tablets used?
This medicine has been manufactured as a tablet, which is intended to be given orally to an animal.
How should Ivermectin Tablets be stored?
This medication should be stored in a dark, dry location under 30°C. Keep the tablets in the blister pack when not in use.
Dosage
How much Ivermectin should be given to dogs?
For preventing heartworm, the usual dose is 6-12mcg per kg of body weight, given once per month. For parasitic lung disease, the usual dose is 0.2mg per kg, given as a single treatment.
How much Ivermectin should be given to cats?
The minimum dose for heartworm prevention is 0.024mg per kg of body weight, given every 30-45 days.
Side Effects
As with all pharmaceuticals, some unwanted effects can occur from the use of Ivermectin Tablets.
Serious side effects may include:
- allergic reaction (skin rash, fever, facial swelling, or difficulty breathing)
- swelling and pruritus in horses
- shock and neurotoxicity
- neurotoxicity in mice and rats
- death or anorexia in birds
For a comprehensive list of all possible side effects of this medication, consult a veterinary physician.
Precautions
Do NOT use Ivermectin Tablets for an animal that:
- has a known allergy or hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
- is a foal less than 4 months old or a puppy less than 6 weeks old.
- is a dairy animal within 28 days of calving.
- is producing milk for human consumption.
- is of the following species: chelonian, Indigo snake, and skink
Treatment with this drug should be administered with caution for an animal that: • is susceptible to the ABCB1-1∆ (MDR1-allele) mutation. Collie-type breeds of dogs should undergo at least 8 hours of observation after treatment.
There are known interactions between this medication and other drugs, including benzodiazepines, ketamine, spinosad, amiodarone, carvedilol, clarithromycin, cyclosporine, and ketoconazole.
This drug may cause false-negative results for animals with an occult heartworm infection.
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