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Veterinary use of ivermectin.

I H Sutherland1

  • 1Cotgreen, North Berwick, Scotland.

Acta Leidensia
|January 1, 1990
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Ivermectin, a veterinary parasiticide since 1981, effectively treats nematodes and arthropods in livestock and prevents heartworm in dogs. Available in various formulations, it targets a wide range of internal and external parasites.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Parasitology
  • Pharmacology
  • Animal Health

Background:

  • Ivermectin was developed with a unique claim structure for both nematode and arthropod species.
  • Introduced in 1981, it has become a key veterinary parasiticide.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the efficacy and applications of ivermectin in veterinary medicine.
  • To detail the parasitic targets and formulations of ivermectin for various animal species.

Main Methods:

  • Review of ivermectin's established claims and formulations for veterinary use.
  • Summary of efficacy against specific nematode and arthropod parasites in cattle, sheep, horses, pigs, and dogs.

Main Results:

  • Ivermectin is available in injectable, oral, and topical forms for livestock (cattle, sheep, horses, pigs) at 200-500 µg/kg.

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  • Demonstrated efficacy against gastrointestinal and respiratory nematodes, biting flies, screw-worms, oestrid fly larvae, lice, mange mites, and ticks.
  • Oral formulations in dogs (6 µg/kg monthly) prevent heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis.

    • Conclusions:

    • Ivermectin is a versatile and effective parasiticide for a broad spectrum of veterinary applications.
    • Its various formulations and wide efficacy make it crucial for animal health management.